A growing and well-established business based in Soham is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join the company in a newly created position. This is a key hire within the business and will work closely alongside the Managing Director, playing a pivotal role in supporting the next phase of growth and operational development. This opportunity would suit somebody with a strong background within construction, trades, engineering or a related sector who is commercially aware, operationally focused and confident managing multiple moving parts across a business. The successful candidate will bring structure, ideas and leadership, helping to improve efficiencies, strengthen processes and ensure projects are delivered smoothly from start to finish.

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Who are we?

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We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.

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Job Duties:

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• Oversee the day-to-day operations of projects and business activities

• Manage project timelines, resource planning and operational delivery

• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure projects run efficiently

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships

• Work closely with the Managing Director to support business growth and operational improvements

• Introduce new ideas, systems and processes to improve efficiency and communication across the business

• Monitor project progress, ensuring deadlines, quality standards and client expectations are met

• Support with problem solving and decision making across operational activities

• Ensure teams across the business remain aligned and working collaboratively

• Attend client meetings and site visits as required

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What we are looking for:

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• Previous experience within an Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, Project Manager or similar role

• Background within construction, trades, manufacturing, engineering or a related operational environment

• Strong organisational and leadership skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships

• Experience improving operational processes and driving efficiencies

• Full UK driving licence

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Benefits:

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• Bonus
• Car allowance

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Sound of interest? Hit the apply button today!

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