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Houghton Workshop Manager
June 27, 2023 | Comments Off on Houghton Workshop Manager
The Houghton workshop in Norfolk is the smallest of the three Cliveden Conservation workshops, yet has the potential to grow over the coming years. With a small and self-sufficient in-house team, we are looking for a commercially competent and proactive manager to oversee the operations and commercial performance of this section of our business. We’d love to hear from people with several years’ experience in the heritage sector, with a proven track record of managing projects and/or construction contracts within budgets and to required expectations. Specific experience within conservation is desirable. Demonstrable experience of managing people and an appreciation of the highest standards of quality in workmanship required. You may or may not have a skilled trade yourself, but will ideally have a wider network of contractors, consultants and building professionals with whom we can build relationships. Your role will encompass new business development, estimating and tendering, the management of your own portfolio of projects (up to £250k) and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on commercial and operational performance of the Houghton Section in line with agreed targets. The role will be supported and you will work closely with Cliveden Conservation’s head office (Taplow). Regular contact and visits will be required. Training will be provided, with monthly sessions and quarterly catch-ups. This role involves developing and managing a cross-functional team with a variety of skills and experience. You will be personable with great communication, teamwork, leadership and analytical skills as well as proven commercial and qualitative experience within the heritage sector at a suitable level. Conservation is a sensitive business, and the ability to nurture relationships with clients, subcontractors and staff throughout projects is crucial. We are looking for someone dynamic who can lead the team, enabling them to continue to deliver quality conservation work, generate profitable performance and bring in new business opportunities to further the reach of the company. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a forward-thinking business.