Installation and Projects Manager

Installation and Projects Manager
Reading, Berkshire (with hybrid working and travel to project sites)

About Us

Driven by our mission to use innovation to prosper the community, we are passionate about challenging traditional methods and going above and beyond to deliver unrivalled service. We have grown 20%+ year after year for nearly two decades and are now the dominant Balcony Specialist in the UK Market.

We are passionate about the people that join us. Our aim is to ensure you enjoy your work with us – that you thrive and grow in the role, rather than just get by. You could be joining a business that uses success to give back and support others with charitable initiatives and donations all year long.

If you are simply looking for another job – don’t apply. If you are looking for the best opportunity for you and your future career – that is a different matter. Please apply now.

Our values:

- Deliver: we do what we say we’ll do
- Initiative: we encourage everyone to use their initiative
- Appreciation: we show appreciation for both performance and commitment
- Learn: we stop to learn lessons and have the courage to change
- Support: we support others to avoid blame

We are now looking for an Installation and Projects Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 7.30am – 16.30 Monday – Friday.

The Benefits

- Salary up to £70,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Pension scheme
- 24 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Hybrid working options - 3 days a week in the office, with the flexibility to work from home for 2 days

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified construction manager with a great leadership style to join our growing team and make a positive impact on our innovative projects.  

You’ll have the chance to work alongside industry-leading professionals, gaining valuable experience in the fast-moving, innovative world of balcony design and installation whilst benefitting from dedicated training and career progression opportunities.

So, if you want to take the next step in your career while working in a supportive, cutting-edge environment, read on and apply today!

The Role

As an Installation and Projects Manager, you will manage and oversee activities at our project sites, ensuring we deliver high quality balcony products that meet our exceptional standards.

You will lead and manage the site operations team to deliver a high standard of service across all projects, liaising with all internal and external parties to ensure we are meeting expectations.

Controlling and monitoring the financial performance of each area of a project you are involved with, you will identify growth opportunities and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Additionally, you will:

- Lead and manage a team of 5, ensuring high performance and effective collaboration
- Oversee training, onboarding, and the ongoing management of site installers
- Ensure aftercare queries are addressed, adhering to warranty policies
- Plan warranty works and ensure the right equipment and materials are available
- Provide reports on installer performance, equipment forecasts, and project status
- Conduct regular team meetings, 121s, and performance appraisals
- Ensure health and safety compliance across all sites
- Act as the primary liaison between sales teams, clients, and internal departments
- Produce and deliver regular reports to provide insights on team performance, project status and troubleshooting areas
- Proactively identify and resolve issues within your team and function to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency
- Attend and contribute to internal meetings, offering solutions to drive improvements across the business

About You

To be considered as an Installation and Projects Manager, you will need:

- Extensive experience in progressive team management
- Experience in progressive responsibility with quantifiable results in similar roles
- A full, valid driving licence
- A CSCS card

The ideal candidate will be well-presented and maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions.

This role offers the opportunity for you to take full ownership of your responsibilities, shaping the position and making it your own. We encourage a proactive approach, allowing you to take control of your work and deliver outstanding results.

Other organisations may call this role Construction Site Manager, Operations Manager, Site Manager, Project Operations Manager, or Construction Operations Manager.

Webrecruit, Be More Effective and Sapphire Balconies are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

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