Operations Manager

Are you an experienced Rail Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager with a strong background delivering major civils projects?

Do you want the opportunity to lead a high-value infrastructure project within a leading contractor?

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per annum DOE + £7500 car allowance + up to 10% bonus scheme

Are you a confident and proven leader who can take ownership of complex projects and drive performance across large teams? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you will lead the delivery of a major infrastructure project, managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring successful outcomes across safety, programme, and commercial performance.

Benefits:
·Car allowance (£7,500)
·Company Pension - 6% employer contribution
·26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
·Buy additional annual leave scheme
·Succession planning and annual performance reviews
·Employee Assistance Programme
·Cycle to Work Scheme
·Aviva Digital GP
·Flu vaccinations
·Health Cashplan - provides cover for employee and dependent children and offers 100% reimbursement for a wide range of benefits (up to an annual limit)
·Eye care Vouchers
·Death In Service - 4 x annual salary
·Annual bonus (up to 10%)

You will be joining a main contractor operating at the forefront of the UK's infrastructure and rail sector, working on complex and high-value major rail project. This role is focused on leading a single major project (circa £40m annual value), rather than overseeing an entire programme, giving you full ownership and accountability for delivery.

As the new Operations Manager, you will lead a team of 30-40+ staff, including Project Managers, Site Agents, Engineers, and Construction professionals. You will play a key role in driving project performance, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:
·Lead and manage a large, multidisciplinary delivery team
·Take full ownership of project delivery from planning through to completion
·Oversee programme, budget, and operational performance
·Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across the project
·Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
·Manage subcontractors and maintain strong commercial oversight
·Provide leadership that is "firm but fair," fostering a collaborative team environment

Requirements:
·Significant experience as an Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager within a main contractor environment
·Strong background in civils projects (e.g. infrastructure, highways, bridges, tunnels), however light rail or rail track experience is advantageous
·Proven experience managing large teams (30+ people)
·Experience delivering projects valued at circa £40 million annually
·HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant engineering or construction discipline
·Valid SMSTS and CSCS cards
·A career background progressing from site-based roles (e.g. Site Manager) is highly desirable
·Professional membership (ICE, APM, etc.) is advantageous

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role on a major UK infrastructure project, offering long-term stability, career progression, and the chance to make a real impact.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your CV to [email protected] or call 02394314914.