Operation Manager

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager with substantial expertise in construction and project management. The individual will be tasked with supervising the company’s operational and project-related activities, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, safely, within budget, on time, and meet quality and contractual standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily operational activities linked to construction and project implementation.
• Oversee several projects to guarantee delivery aligns with approved scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Formulate and enforce operational plans, procedures, and project execution tactics.
• Track project advancement, pinpoint risks or delays, and initiate corrective measures.
• Lead project teams, including contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Assess project timelines, budgets, manpower, procurement actions, and resource distribution.
• Facilitate coordination among construction, engineering, procurement, commercial, and support divisions.
• Control project expenses and confirm adherence to set budgets.
• Evaluate project performance reports and regularly inform senior management.
• Ensure adherence to construction standards, company protocols, contract terms, and health, safety, and environment rules.
• Maintain and nurture relationships with contractors, consultants, clients, and principal stakeholders.
• Address operational and project challenges and escalate critical issues as needed.
• Assist with tendering, project mobilization, and planning of resources.
• Spot opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, productivity, cost management, and overall project outcomes.
• Ensure comprehensive project documentation, reporting, and closure.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance oversight to operational and project teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related discipline.
• 10 to 15 years of pertinent professional experience.
• Established and solid expertise in construction and managing projects.
• Extensive track record handling construction projects and managing cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated skills in project scheduling, execution, budgeting, cost control, and resource administration.
• Experience engaging and managing contractors, consultants, suppliers, and stakeholders.