Are you an experienced roofing or cladding installer ready to step up into a management role? Or already supervising projects and looking for your next move?

Our client is looking for a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee multiple live sites, keep projects running smoothly, and be the key link between teams and clients.

Operations Manager – Roofing & Cladding

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Leeds, with regional projects across Yorkshire & the North

• Full time, permanent
• £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Company vehicle + performance bonus

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a Leeds-based specialist contractor delivering high-quality refurbishment, maintenance, and small new-build projects across Yorkshire and the North. Known for technical excellence and outstanding service, they work on contracts from £10k–£500k and are growing fast, making this a great time to join an ambitious, collaborative team.

The Role

This is a practical, site-focused role where you'll be out on projects, ensuring everything is running as it should: on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

You'll be the person who:

• Visits sites regularly to ensure works are progressing as planned
• Acts as the main point of contact for clients
• Supports site teams and resolves day-to-day issues
• Keeps projects organised, compliant, and running efficiently

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple projects from prestart to completion
• Ensure works are delivered on time, within budget and to specification
• Plan and coordinate resources (labour, plant, materials) across multiple sites
• Conduct client meetings, deliver progress reports and manage handovers
• Promote strong safety culture across all sites
• Prepare CDM documentation, including RAMS, CPP etc
• Lead site start-up meetings and enforce compliance with H&S and quality standards
• Monitor progress, track variations, and manage project budgets
• Monitor workmanship and compliance with manufacturers specifications

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary circa £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience, with company vehicle and a bonus scheme
• 21 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Professional development and chartered support
• Company vehicle or mileage expenses
• A supportive, down-to-earth team culture based in Leeds
• Real opportunities to influence company strategy and delivery

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who understands roofing and cladding from the ground up and is ready to take ownership of projects and people.

You might be:

• An experienced roofing or cladding installer ready to step into a supervisory/management role
• OR already working as a Site Supervisor, Site Manager, or Project Supervisor looking for your next move

What you'll bring:

• Solid experience in roofing and/or cladding projects (industrial/commercial preferred)
• Good understanding of site operations, sequencing, and common issues
• Confident communicating with site teams and clients
• Ability to organise workloads across multiple sites
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset – someone who “keeps things moving”
• Strong awareness of health & safety requirements on site

Essential skills and qualifications:

• SMSTS (or SSSTS with intent to upgrade), CSCS Manager card, First Aid
• Confident using MS Project, Excel, and digital site reporting tools
• Experience with RAMS, CPP, or general CDM documentation
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally

If you've got a solid background in roofing or cladding and are ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply for the role:

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You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Contracts Supervisor, Project Manager – Roofing, Roofing Contracts Manager, Site Manager – Cladding, Commercial Roofing Manager, Construction Project Manager, Envelope Project Manager, Roofing Estimator, Cladding Supervisor, Industrial Roofing Specialist