Operations Manager
  • England,North West,Greater Manchester,Bolton
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £80,000 - £110,000 per annum
Job Description:
Operations Manager
Bolton, Lancashire (Office-based with 1 day WFH)
Circa £80,000 - £110,000 + Package (DOE)
The Company
Our client is a well-established and fast-growing Main Contractor based in Lancashire, operating as both a principal contractor and mini main contractor to Tier 1 organisations. They deliver projects across construction fit-out, fire & electrical works, and social housing schemes.
Due to continued growth and expansion, they are seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations Manager to help drive operational performance, embed structure, and support scalable growth from their new Bolton office.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening day-to-day operations across the business. This is a broad, hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-moving SME environment and enjoys building systems that enable sustainable growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Reporting into the Operations Director and supporting daily operational priorities and delivery

*Embedding processes and procedures that keep pace with business growth

*Supporting operational compliance, governance, and controls

*Driving continuous improvement, standardisation, and smarter ways of working

*Working cross-functionally with delivery teams to ensure alignment and performance

*Providing strong operational leadership across construction fit-out, fire & electrical, and social housing projects

*Collaborating closely from the Bolton office, with regular travel to sites and client meetings

What They’re Looking For
*A confident organiser who brings clarity, structure, and momentum

*Strong operational leadership experience within construction

*Background working for a Main Contractor (experience supporting Tier 1 contractors desirable)

*Well-rounded sector exposure across fit-out, fire & electrical, and/or social housing

*A practical, proactive mindset - someone who builds and improves systems rather than just talking about them

*Comfortable operating in a fast-growing SME environment

*Hands-on, adaptable, and happy to get involved where needed

Working Pattern
*Based in the new Bolton office

*1 day per week working from home

*Regular collaboration in the office

*Site and client travel as required

Package
*Salary: Circa £80,000 - £110,000 (depending on experience)

*Competitive benefits package
Job number 3444534

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Company Details:
Time Recruitment
Company size: 20–49 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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