Jobs, fresher vacancy - Installations Manager • Canterbury

Company: Equals One Ltd

Canterbury

Installations Manager (Hotel Furniture)Location: South England Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per annum (DOE) + benefits Contract: Full-time, PermanentAbout Us Curtis is a leader in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality contract furniture for the hotel sector throughout the UK. Working with clients such as Hilton, De Vere, Holiday Inn & Crowne Plaza. With a Head Office located just 10 minutes from Leeds City Centre, we make high specification, bespoke hotel furniture. Our ethos is to provide a highly professional working environment with challenging and rewarding projects and opportunity for ongoing personal development.The Role You will be responsible for managing the installation process from planning through to handover, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will manage & coordinate subcontractor fitters, and act as the key point of contact for site-related issues.Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day activities of the Installations teamAgree installation plans with the Head of Projects and Site OperationsOversee subcontractor fitter teams, ensuring consistent quality and performanceAttend and contribute to project pre-start and regular site meetingsConduct accurate site surveys and oversee handoversEnsure adherence to budgets and timelinesBe involved in improving processes & developing SOPs where required Essential Skills & Experience Proven track record in project and people management, ideally within furniture, fit-out, or construction sectorsStrong leadership and delegation skills, with the ability to motivate and manage teamsConfident decision-maker with sound knowledge of Health & Safety proceduresExcellent organisational and communication skillsWillingness to travel to sites across the UK as required Desirable Experience in hotel furniture installation or related fit-out industriesProficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systemsHold an up-to-date black CSCS manager cardHold an up-to-date SMSTS certificate INDLS