Operations Manager/Project Manager – Construction / Modular Homes
Location:
Cork – Mostly office based
Industry:
Construction
Working arrangements:
Hybrid working and compressed week great work life balance
Reports To:
Owners / Executive Leadership
About The Opportunity
We are partnering with a
fantastic, fast-growing construction/ modular home company
that is preparing for a future
strategic exit
. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced
Operations Manager
to work side-by-side with ownership to
scale the business, professionalise operations, and directly participate in the exit upside
.
This role is ideal for a
hands-on operational leader
who thrives in fast-moving environments and has a strong background in
construction or modular homes
. You will support the design and execution of systems, processes, teams, and financial operations that drive profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
* Lead all day-to-day operations across construction/project delivery and field execution
* Build, implement, and continuously optimise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Establish workflows that support scalability, efficiency, quality, and compliance
* Drive operational excellence across scheduling and delivery
Project & Program Management
* Oversee the full project lifecycle from pre-construction through closeout
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards
* Implement strong project management frameworks and reporting systems
* Act as escalation point for critical project issues and client concerns
Financial & Budget Management
* Partner with ownership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls
* Monitor job costing, margins, cash flow, and capital expenditures
* Support financing relationships, lenders, and investor reporting where needed
* Drive cost efficiencies without sacrificing quality or safety
People & Team Leadership
* Build, lead, and mentor high-performing operations, project management, and field teams
* Implement accountability structures, performance metrics, and development plans
* Drive a culture of ownership, quality, safety, and continuous improvement
Client & Stakeholder Management
* Serve as a senior point of contact for key clients and partners
* Ensure exceptional client experiences and long-term relationship management
* Support business development through operational credibility and execution excellence
Growth & Exit Strategy
* Work directly with owners to prepare the business for future sale
* Strengthen infrastructure, reporting, systems, and organizational design
* Support due diligence readiness, operational data integrity, and documentation
Fluency in Russian, Polish or Lithuanian is a bonus but not essential
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