Operations Manager

Overview

In this role you will lead regional civils projects within a major water and waste infrastructure framework, guiding project managers and site teams to deliver safely, on time, and within budget. You will collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive preconstruction, design coordination, and contract administration, shaping delivery across multiple sites in South Wales. This position offers visibility across a growing regional portfolio and meaningful impact on essential water and civil works.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Life assurance
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Extensive training programmes

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and subcontractors
• Plan and monitor programmes of work
• Provide method statements, risk assessments and project management plans
• Control contract costs against budgets and monitor tender allowances
• Coordinate design and subcontractor engagement
• Administer contract changes and stakeholder communications
• Promote safety, quality and environmental compliance
• Foster client relationships and regional reputation

Key requirements

• Industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent
• SMSTS qualification
• CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• First Aid at Work desirable
• Experience in people management and staff motivation
• Ability to plan ahead and organise teams

• People management and motivation
• Organisational skills and forward planning
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Project/program management
• Design coordination
• Contract change management

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