Operations Director – Concrete Repairs
Location: Hull Office
Department: Spencer Build and Civils
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Spencer Group are looking to support their continued growth with the addition of an experienced Operations/Divisional Director to facilitate the launch of a specialist concrete repairs division. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership to build and grow a new service offering that supports Spencer Group’s multi-disciplinary capabilities.
Responsibilities
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Set the strategy for a new division within Spencer Group to develop an in-house concrete repair capability, complementing our existing competencies.
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Collaborate with other Group businesses to develop the service offering and establish a clear plan for growth.
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Identify new potential clients and work alongside the Marketing and Business Development teams to build relationships and generate tender opportunities.
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Build and lead a team to deliver concrete repair and rehabilitation projects to a high standard.
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Provide industry knowledge and specialist insight to support the bid writing teams on quality submissions.
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Leverage existing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the specialist supply chain to help secure work and develop strategic partnerships.
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Lead the division in all aspects of work winning and the successful delivery of secured projects.
Requirements and Qualifications
Person Specification
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Proven experience and knowledge of working within the concrete repair industry, ideally across a variety of sectors such as rail, ports, highways, structures, bridges, and industrial applications.
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Comfortable taking on a leadership role, working closely with the Board and other divisional leaders to set and communicate a clear vision for the division, ensuring alignment of strategy and services.
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Commercially aware, with the ability to identify both risks and opportunities.
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Strong project management skills with the capability to lead a team, manage multiple projects and tasks, and ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Professional attitude with a genuine desire to take ownership of and contribute to building and growing a new division.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Leads by example in line with company values and behaviours, with a strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
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Willing and able to build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
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Good knowledge of current market conditions in the concrete repair sector, including key suppliers and established relationships with a wide client base.
Qualifications & Experience
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A demonstrable track record of working in the civil engineering sector in construction and/or project management roles.
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Experience working for a specialist contractor in the concrete repair sector is desirable, although not essential, provided the candidate can demonstrate the technical capabilities required for the role.
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Educated to a minimum of HNC level, with appropriate operational experience—ideally at a managerial level—demonstrating the ability to run a team or division effectively.
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Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to understand contracts, manage valuations, and handle account management responsibilities confidently.