Director of Construction

Company: Whiteoak Associates
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Location: Oxford
Job Description:

Construction Operations Director – Commercial Construction Projects

Hybrid Working – Office based nr Oxford 3-4 days a week

Projects along M4 / M40 /M3 Corridor

£120,000 – £145,000 + Executive Car + Bonus (up to 40%) + Excellent Benefits

Are you currently working for as an Operations Director, Construction Director, Regional Operations Director or Regional Director within a commercial main contractor or principal contractor?

Do you need a fresh challenge or a new environment ?

Due to continued growth, this established commercial principal contractor is seeking an experienced Operations Director to help lead the next phase of the company’s growth.

The business delivers high-specification new build construction projects for a prestigious client base across sectors including Pharmaceutical, R&D, Commercial Office, Private Healthcare and Automotive / Advanced Engineering.

Project values typically range from £1m to £35m and are located along the M4 / M40 corridor, including: Oxfordshire • Berkshire • Buckinghamshire • Surrey • Hampshire • Wiltshire • Middlesex • Northamptonshire • Warwickshire

Working closely with the Chairman & Managing Director you’ll be helping shape operational strategy while ensuring the consistent delivery of projects across the business.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for the operational performance of the business.

Responsibilities include:

  • Contributing to the strategic direction and continued growth of the company
  • Leading operational strategy across multiple live construction projects
  • Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, to budget and to a high standard
  • Managing and developing senior operational teams
  • Supporting the commercial performance and profitability of the business
  • Building and developing business with key clients
  • Driving operational improvements and best practice across construction & client operations

Important:

This role requires experience within commercial construction contractors delivering non-residential projects. Candidates whose background is primarily within: Residential housebuilding, Volume housing developers, Developer-led residential schemes will not be considered for this role.

To be considered for this position you must have:

  • Currently working in a Director role for a Commercial Construction Main Contractor / Principal Contractor
  • A track record delivering commercial construction projects (non-residential)
  • Experience delivering high-end commercial office or technically complex buildings
  • P&L responsibility within a construction business
  • Experience managing multiple project teams and senior operational staff
  • Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking

Posted: April 3rd, 2026