General Manager - Fit-Out with Specialized Carpentry Experience

**Key Responsibilities:** **Leadership and Team Management:** ·        Lead, mentor, and manage a team of fit\-out professionals, carpenters, and subcontractors. ·        Ensure clear communication and coordination between departments, including design, carpentry, procurement, and logistics. ·        Conduct regular performance evaluations and identify training needs. **Project Management:** ·        Oversee multiple fit\-out projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. ·        Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for both large and small\-scale fit\-outs. ·        Coordinate with designers and architects to interpret and execute fit\-out and carpentry designs accurately. ·        Ensure that all materials, labor, and equipment are efficiently managed and available to avoid project delays. **Carpentry and Technical Expertise:** ·        Provide specialized knowledge in carpentry, including bespoke woodwork, joinery, cabinetry, and finishing techniques. ·        Supervise and evaluate carpentry work, ensuring quality standards and precision in all deliverables. ·        Troubleshoot technical issues and advise on materials, tools, and methods to improve work efficiency and quality. **Client Relations and Business Development:** ·        Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service and addressing client needs. ·        Identify business opportunities and new projects, and contribute to growth strategies. ·        Prepare bids, negotiate contracts, and finalize project pricing with clients. **Quality Control and Compliance:** ·        Enforce strict adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices. ·        Ensure all team members and subcontractors comply with company policies and safety protocols. ·        Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address any quality or compliance issues. **Budgeting and Financial Management:** ·        Oversee project budgets, including material procurement, labor costs, and equipment rentals. ·        Approve expenses and track project spending to stay within budget. ·        Generate financial reports, forecasts, and updates for senior management. **Inventory and Resource Management:** ·        Manage inventory levels for carpentry and fit\-out materials, ensuring timely ordering and stock availability. ·        Collaborate with suppliers and negotiate contracts for cost\-effective materials and equipment. **Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Carpentry, or related field. Equivalent work experience will also be considered. * Minimum of 10 years of experience in the fit\-out industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial role. * Proven expertise in carpentry and woodworking, with a strong portfolio of completed projects. * Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects and meet deadlines. * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, AutoCAD). * Knowledge of local building codes, safety regulations, and compliance standards.