Location: East Midlands (Hybrid, with Nationwide Travel)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Car or Allowance + Bonus

An established and growing civil engineering and construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to support the delivery of multiple projects across the UK.

This is a senior operational role offering autonomy, responsibility and long-term progression within a stable business.

The Role:

Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing the operational delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion. This includes planning resources, managing site teams, ensuring compliance and maintaining strong client relationships.

You will play a key role in driving performance, improving processes and supporting the development of operational staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee delivery of multiple projects to programme and budget.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure health & safety standards are met across all projects.
• Maintain quality and compliance requirements.
• Monitor operational KPIs and performance metrics.
• Support tendering and work-winning activities.
• Attend client and internal meetings.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff.
• Produce operational and technical reports.

About You:

• Proven experience in an operational management role within civils or construction.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of health & safety and quality standards.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to travel nationally and work flexible hours when required.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Background in civils, construction, infrastructure or related sectors.
• Experience managing site-based teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to interpret drawings, scopes and technical documentation.

Package:

• Competitive salary £50,000 – £60,000.
• Car or car allowance.
• Bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension and additional benefits.
• Clear progression and long-term career opportunity.