Installations Director / Head of Installations

INSTALLATIONS DIRECTOR / HEAD OF INSTALLATIONS

LONDON AREA

Circa £100,000 (Negotiable) + Growth Opportunities

THE OPPORTUNITY:
Get Recruited is proud to be working with a market leading, high-end company who are looking to recruit an Installations Director / Head of Installations to lead and manage their Installations Managers on their projects across London as they continue to grow!

This is a brand new role to their business with exciting long-term prospects, the opportunity to join a successful team and work on some of the most impressive and biggest projects in the UK!

If you are an experienced Installations Director, Head of Installations or Senior Installations Manager working in shopfitting, retail installations, high end commercial installations or high end residential installations this opportunity is not to be missed!

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategies for installations projects and delivery
• Establish and refine project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation processes to maximise efficiency and quality.
• Forecast project timelines and resource needs, ensuring that all installations are completed to specification, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee and manage all installation activities, from pre-production meetings to final handover.
• Direct and manage multiple projects (around 20) simultaneously.
• Coordinate effectively with colleagues in other departments (design, production, technical, logistics, installation leads)
• Working with external partners (subcontractors, suppliers) to ensure a smooth execution of installations.
• Ensure the stringent quality standards of the business are adhered to and reflect the high-end expectations of each client.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure that installations are completed with precision and attention to detail.
• Implement quality control measures and snag management processes to ensure flawless delivery and final client sign-off.
• Address any discrepancies or issues identified in the surveys, working closely with production and technical teams to implement corrective actions before and during installation.
• Develop a standardised survey process and guidelines to ensure consistency in information and reporting.
• Lead site surveys with the project and technical teams to capture precise measurements, document existing conditions and identify logistical challenges.
• Analyse survey information to inform project planning, design adjustments, and resource allocation.
• Develop and enforce health and safety procedures, regularly conduct risk assessments and ensure that all installations are compliant with safety standards.
• Managing the team of Installations Managers, creating a culture of excellence and developing each individual in the team to improve standards of work and ensure retention of the team.
• Facilitate meetings and site visits with clients.
• Manage project budgets, monitor financial performance, and identify cost savings and efficiency improvement opportunities.
• Negotiate rates with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for senior management.

THE PERSON:

Previous experience in a Installations Director, Head of Installations or Senior Installations Manager role MUST have experience in shopfitting, luxury retail projects, high end commercial projects or high end residential projects Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage a team of internal Installations Managers and contractors / third parties Strong commercial understanding and ability to manage budgets, forecasts and to negotiate in a profitable way Proficient in project planning, scheduling, and resource management, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to foresee and mitigate risks In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, quality assurance processes, and industry standards Experience working with high-profile clients, managing expectations, and delivering exceptional service and quality

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for immediate consideration and a confidential discussion about the available opportunity.

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