Steel Operations & Project Delivery Manager

About the role

Our client, a West London construction and main‑contracting firm, is expanding its in‑house structural steel capability. They need a seasoned leader to run the steel fabrication workshop, ensuring that every component is produced to specification and delivered on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of a busy steel fabrication workshop.
• Supervise a team of 8‑10 welders, fabricators and operatives.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet project deadlines.
• Interpret fabrication drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Maintain quality, health & safety and compliance standards.
• Manage labour allocation, material usage and supplier negotiations.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement and site teams.
• Identify and resolve production issues proactively.
• Support staff training, performance management and development.

Required profile

• Proven experience in structural steel or steel fabrication.
• Previous management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of welding and fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Commercial awareness and strong organisational skills.
• Solid understanding of workshop health & safety practices.

Required skills

• Welding
• Steel fabrication processes
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Material procurement

What we offer

• Competitive salary range £90,000‑£100,000 per year.
• Opportunity to lead a growing steel operation within a reputable construction firm.
• Professional development and training support.