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Norwich, Norfolk

Up to £75000 per annum + vehicle, fuel card, package

Full-time, Permanent

ASAP

Commercial/Operations Director- Painting division- Norwich

Candidates need to have the appropriate background/experience within this sector

Our clients decorating division specialises in Painting, Fire, Construction, Landscaping and much more

Location: Predominantly office based in Norwich, but will need to attend meetings and carry out site visits, as and when required/necessary

Key Tasks

• Head up Commercial & Operations in the Norwich satellite office
• Liaison between directors and sales/operational managers
• Main filter for all tender/contract enquiries: log and investigate opportunities with the intention of increasing quoting opportunities, oversee client submissions and ensure follow up.
• Delivery of quality throughout the customer experience
• Work closely with Quantity Surveyors to price for works and complete tenders
• Work closely with Contracts Managers / Supervisors to ensure projects are completed to the highest standards.
• Build long term relationships with prospects, identify decision makers
• Investigate growth industries, prospecting
• Industry analysis of main contractors in our operation areas
• General ad-hoc duties
• Other such reasonable duties as instructed by the manager/director

Qualifications required:

• Must hold UK Driving License
• Must hold current CSCS Card
• HNC/HND Quantity Surveying
• RICS accredited undergraduate or postgraduate Quantity Surveying Degree or similar

Experience and knowledge:

• A proven record of success in senior level general or commercial management in the Painting and Decorating Sector.
• A wide knowledge of the industry.
• An understanding of financial management and wider management principles and techniques.
• An understanding of Quantity Surveying department.
• Political and presentational skills with an appreciation of the demands of conflicting interests and of meeting statutory requirements.
• A very high level of commercial awareness.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedure.

Attitude and skills:

• Mathematically numerate
• Be able to read/understand drawings & specifications
• Deadline driven
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc, with a knowledge of CAD desirable
• Must be flexible in their approach i.e. working hours
• Highly organised and professional in approach with a keen eye for detail
• Able to work under own initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills with all levels both internally and externally
• Able to work calmly under pressure
• Hard working and reliable
• Strong communication skills

Reward and benefit:

To be discussed on application dependant on experience

Position: Commercial/Operations Director, Norwich Office

Salary £75k inc. car allowance

Private medical Insurance

Office based

Please send a CV or call apply