NEW VACANCY! (SN7283)Benefits: Pension scheme, company phone, bonus scheme, company vehicle (TBD), plus other standard benefitsHours: 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to FridayHolidays: 25 days holiday + bank holidaysOur client is a national signage, retail and hospitality fit-out business delivering full-service solutions, from signage design and manufacturing to installation and interior fit-outs for retail, hospitality, and branded environments.They work with both in-house installation teams and sub-contracted installers to deliver consistent, high-quality installations nationwide.
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Installation Manager to oversee and coordinate installations, both via in-house teams and subcontractors. The successful candidate will ensure installations are executed safely, on time, to specification and in line with brand and quality standards.Key ResponsibilitiesManage in-house installation teams and coordinate subcontract installation crews, including scheduling, allocation of tasks, and communication.Plan and organise site installations: liaise with clients, landlords, and other stakeholders to secure permits, permissions, and access as required.Ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements on site (e.g. risk assessments, method statements, safe working practices).Conduct pre-start inspections, supervise installations, and sign off on completion - ensuring work meets company quality standards.Manage project logistics: materials, tools, vehicles, travel, site access, subcontractor scheduling.Monitor and manage project timelines, costs, and KPIs (e.g. installation efficiency, quality outcomes, subcontractor performance).Lead team meetings, toolbox talks, and periodic performance reviews; identify training needs.Maintain accurate documentation: site reports, installation records, timesheets, subcontractor records, permit / access paperwork.Provide regular updates to senior management / project leads regarding installation progress, issues, and resolution plans.Person Specification / Candidate RequirementsProven experience managing installation teams (in-house and subcontractors), ideally within signage, retail fit-out, refurbishment or similar industries.Strong organisational, planning and people-management skills.Excellent communication skills, able to liaise confidently with clients, subcontractors, landlords and internal teams.Ability to coordinate logistics: scheduling, materials, site access, subcontractor management and record-keeping.Good understanding of Health & Safety practices; ability to enforce safety standards on site.Full UK driving licence (given site-based travel).Willingness to travel to sites.Qualification in SSSTS is beneficial but not essential (or equivalent site-safety qualification or experience).
Read Less
