Operations Director: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Location: Central London head office/UK wide
Salary: £150k to £180k + package

A leading specialist civil engineering contractor is seeking an Operations Director to join the senior team and oversee civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK. This contractor delivers high-value projects, including large-scale infrastructure, enabling works, and complex civil engineering schemes, typically ranging from £10m to £100m.

As a result of continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to strengthen their leadership team. As Operations Director, you will be responsible for overseeing projects in London/Home Counties and further afield.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from preconstruction through to successful delivery
• Take the lead in client relationships, ensuring effective communication and prompt resolution of challenges
• Involvement in bidding, preconstruction planning, and operational/commercial management of large-scale projects
• Work closely with project teams to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and specifications
• Drive operational efficiency and profitability across all civil engineering and infrastructure projects

Desired Experience & Skills:

• Strong track record in operations management within the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors
• Stable work history with both tier one and specialist civil engineering contractors
• Proven success in delivering large, complex projects
• Experience managing large teams, overseeing large-scale projects, and implementing innovative construction techniques
• Strong technical knowledge within civil engineering sectors including major infrastructure, energy, aviation, utilities and structural works
• Excellent leadership and client management skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships and repeat business

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of London’s leading civil engineering and infrastructure specialist contractors at a time of sustained growth.