Shape the Future of Bespoke Joinery Delivery
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £125,000 - £175,000 per annum DOE (negotiable)
Package: Performance Bonus + Profit Share + Company Car/Allowance
Type: Full-time | Senior Leadership Role | Site Visits Required
Our client is a highly respected bespoke joinery specialist with more than 30 years of experience delivering premium interior solutions across the commercial and residential sectors.
Operating throughout London, the South East and the Midlands, the business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality bespoke joinery packages from concept and technical design through to manufacture and installation.
Due to continued growth and an ambitious expansion strategy, they are now seeking an experienced and commercially astute Operations Director to lead their delivery function and play a key role within the senior leadership team.
This is a pivotal appointment for a driven operational leader who thrives on accountability, operational excellence and building high-performing teams.
The Opportunity
As Operations Director, you will take ownership of the full project delivery lifecycle — from contract handover through to final account.
You'll lead the Project Management, Design and Procurement teams as one integrated operation, ensuring every project is delivered on programme, on budget and to the exceptional standards the business is known for.
This is not a desk-bound corporate role.
The successful candidate will be equally comfortable:
Sitting around the boardroom table shaping strategy
Reviewing project margins and programme risk
Supporting teams through complex delivery challenges
Building strong client relationships on site
You'll play a critical role in protecting margin, strengthening operational discipline and creating a culture where accountability and quality are embedded throughout the business.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Join a Respected Industry Specialist
The business has earned an excellent reputation for delivering bespoke joinery solutions with precision, transparency and craftsmanship. Their clients include developers, architects, fit-out specialists and main contractors responsible for some of the most impressive interior spaces in the market.
Work Alongside an Experienced Team
From in-house CAD professionals and project managers to highly skilled joiners and installation teams, the business is built around experienced people who genuinely care about quality and delivery.
Influence the Future of the Business
As part of the senior leadership team, you'll have genuine influence over operational strategy, systems, team development and future growth.
Deliver Exceptional Projects
With a structured delivery process and investment in modern manufacturing capabilities, the business consistently delivers high-quality outcomes across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Lead and develop the Project Management, Design and Procurement teams
Drive operational consistency, accountability and delivery performance
Ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably and on programme
Maintain clear visibility across all live projects with accurate reporting and forecasting Commercial & Contractual Control
Oversee contract risk management across all active projects
Drive disciplined variation management and commercial recovery
Support Project Managers with client escalations and commercial decisions
Work closely with Finance to ensure reliable revenue forecasting and cost control Design & Procurement Oversight
Ensure design outputs align with budgets, programmes and client expectations
Strengthen procurement discipline, supplier performance and supply chain resilience
Coordinate effectively across design, procurement, manufacturing and site delivery Leadership & Culture
Build a high-performance delivery culture with clear standards and accountability
Coach and develop team capability
Support recruitment, succession planning and operational growth
Champion collaborative working and operational excellence Requirements
What We're Looking For
Applicants will likely come from a joinery, fit-out, interiors, construction or specialist manufacturing background and will have a proven track record leading operational delivery within a fast-paced project environment.
We're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate:
Strong commercial and contractual understanding
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Excellent project delivery and programme management capability
Financial confidence around margins, forecasting and cost-to-complete
A proactive, organised and decisive leadership style
Strong client-facing communication skills
The ability to identify issues early and implement solutions quickly
Experience within bespoke joinery, fit-out or interior manufacturing environments would be highly advantageous.
Benefits
Applicants will likely come from a joinery, fit-out, interiors, construction or specialist manufacturing background and will have a proven track record leading operational delivery within a fast-paced project environment.
We're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate:
Strong commercial and contractual understanding
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Excellent project delivery and programme management capability
Financial confidence around margins, forecasting and cost-to-complete
A proactive, organised and decisive leadership style
Strong client-facing communication skills
The ability to identify issues early and implement solutions quickly
Experience within bespoke joinery, fit-out or interior manufacturing environments would be highly advantageous.
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Salary description
£125000.00 - £175000.00 per year