We have the pleasure of working on an exciting Operations Manager role with a high end, award-winning garden design business in the Warwickshire area :
Not only will you be working on the Management of Projects, but also looking at, and evaluating strategy, and supporting with taking the company to the next level.
This is an exciting role working within a close knit team offering exceptional, high-end projects.
JOB TITLE
Landscape Operations Manager
LOCATION
Warwickshire
SALARY
£50,000 - £60,000
HOURS
8am - 5pm Monday to Friday
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage, oversee and monitor the delivery of all landscape projects.
Plan/schedule all landscape projects, teams and resources.
Report to Board level on status, budgets and timescales as projects progress.
Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standard.
Manage budgets associated with all operational delivery areas of the business.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity, without comprising quality.
Manage and develop strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring pricing and negotiating competitive rates for goods and services.
Leadership, supervision and direction of others
Manage employed, sub-contract and specialist sub-contract teams, providing direction and support where required.
Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, encouraging teamwork and high performance.
Effectively manage line reports, including regular 1-2-1s, performance appraisals and training requirements.
Client relations
Establish and maintain a good rapport and effective dialogue channels with clients as their primary point of contact.
Ensure clear communication with clients about project timelines, budgets and progress. Consider and interpret clients’ requests, concerns and feedback.
Promote new and repeat work with existing/potential clients.
Health, safety and environmental compliance
Enforce HS&E procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance of landscaping teams with Company procedures and legal obligations.
Oversee delivery of HS&E toolbox talks to site personnel.
Oversee the undertaking of site safety inspections; ensuring that audits are produced and recorded.
Coaching and training
Participate in the learning and personal development initiatives and training relevant to your position.
Participate fully in the individual performance review system.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Proven experience as an Operations/Contracts Manager within the landscaping or construction industry (Ideally expertise in both hard and soft landscaping)
In depth knowledge of landscape design principles, horticulture and landscape construction.
Strong communication (written & verbal) and excellent customer service skills.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
Familiarity with budgeting and cost control techniques.
Strong problem-solving ability.
Proficiency in the use of project management software and tools (Ideally MS Project or Builder Trend)
Relevant qualifications in landscape architecture, horticulture, construction management or a related field.
Practical experience within the landscape industry.
Engineering/Technical background
Quantity Surveying and/or Estimating knowledge/experience
This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time to time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.
Reference ID: 678673
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