Required Skills
• Facilities management
operations
business development
contract management
leadership
team management
financial acumen
communication
negotiation
interpersonal skills
proactive
solutions-driven
industry regulations
sustainability standards
health & safety protocols
Electrical
HVAC
Commercial Gas
Job Summary
Position: Operations Manager
Location: Dartford Area
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
Experience Required:
Proven experience in a senior leadership role within facilities management, operations, or a similar industry
Business Development experience or at least Tender experience
Experience of running Multi Discipline Engineers
Ideally, H&S Qualification
Technically qualified in either Air Conditioning, HVAC, Commercial Gas, or Electrical Knowledge
Job Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day operations of facilities management services
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans
• Manage the entire lifecycle of contracts, from proposal to execution
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Lead a team of operational managers, engineers, and support staff
• Manage budgets and resources effectively
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities
• Prepare and deliver high-level reports for senior leadership
• Oversee the bidding and tendering process for new contracts
Benefits:
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Rapid promotion opportunities
• Potential progression to Operations Director within 12 months
Required Skills:
• Facilities management, operations, business development, contract management, leadership, team management, financial acumen, communication, negotiation, interpersonal skills, proactive, solutions-driven, industry regulations, sustainability standards, health & safety protocols, Electrical, HVAC, Commercial Gas
Desired Skills:
• Degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience