Installations Manager

Howdens are going from strength to strength as we increase our market share and meet the ever-growing demands and continued success. We have an exciting new opportunity for a new Installations Manager to join us on a permanent basis.

This role will manage the co-ordination of installation on live sites over a several locations in Ireland.

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage the on-site Howdens supply & fit fitters/sub-contractors ensuring workmanship and conduct promotes and protects the Howdens Joinery name and reputation
• Responsible for undertaking and controlling all pre-start meetings to ensure the job is run efficiently and correctly from the outset, ensuring legal terms and conditions are approved before this is carried out
• Required to be on site at 8am (earlier if requested)
• Field based role with high volume of mileage
• Provide support to the National Contracts Installation Manager
• Required to work closely with Hub team, Divisional Contract Managers, Contract Depot, Fitters, Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors and various Support Functions

What we need from you

• Experience working on a building / construction site overseeing or managing product installations. 
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment that can be high pressure during certain times in the month/year
• Experience with site health and safety regulations
• Takes pride in providing excellent customer service
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Must be able to read and interpret plans/drawings
• Have an extremely high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Planning and organising skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions to problems.
• Must be people focused and lead by example
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer you: 

• 50,000 euros per annum plus bonus scheme
• Company car, laptop and mobile
• Pension plan (up to 12% employer contributions)
• 25 days rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Share awards and prize draws

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.  We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.  Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 

As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply

We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you. 

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you