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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