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Operations Director
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 63,600 - 72,100 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shannon, Clare
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Director of Operations – Head of Construction
* Shannon, Ireland (with regular travel to UK projects)
* €80,000+ per annum + Bonus Scheme + Pension + Company Car Option
* Full-Time, Permanent
About The Company:
My client is a leading retail fit-out contractor, delivering high-quality commercial projects across all major cities in Ireland and the UK. Known for efficient execution, attention to detail, and strong client relationships, they specialise in retail fit-out and maintenance, working with top brands and retail spaces from £250k up to £3.5 million in value.
The Role:
They are looking for an Ireland-based Director of Operations (or experienced Operations Manager) to lead the construction operations.
This is a hands-on leadership position, based out of our Head Office in Shannon, with regular travel to projects in the UK (typically every two weeks for 2 nights). You’ll oversee 5 simultaneous projects and manage a team of 6–10 staff, ensuring excellence in execution, client satisfaction, and continued growth.
This role is ideal for a smart, presentable, and tech-savvy individual who’s not afraid of hard work and is excited to take ownership of operational success.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the construction team across multiple commercial fit-out and maintenance projects.
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Oversee project execution from planning to completion, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget compliance.
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Liaise with clients, designers, and subcontractors, both remotely and in person.
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Maintain oversight of 5+ active projects, ranging from £250k to £3.5 million.
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Travel to UK project sites approximately every two weeks (3-day visits).
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Support new business development—bonus incentives apply for successful contributions.
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Report directly to the Managing Director and work closely with senior leadership.
What We're Looking For:
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10+ years’ experience in construction, ideally retail fit-out or commercial interiors.
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Track record of delivering multiple projects successfully, simultaneously.
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Confident communicator with a presentable, professional manner.
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Highly organised with strong time management skills.
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Comfortable with tech and digital project collaboration tools.
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Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic.
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Spanish language skills a plus, but not required.
What We Offer:
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Salary: €80,000+ per annum
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Bonus
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Pension
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Company Car
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Travel Expenses: All costs covered for UK visits
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Work Culture: Supportive, growth-oriented, and professional
This is not a remote role and will need to be Ireland based.
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