Operations Manager (Remote)

Job description / Role

Our client is an international construction company operating in the Asian market, specializing in delivering high-profile infrastructure projects. They also conduct building projects which range from schools to large scale leisure complexes. They are currently seeking an operations manager to join them on an iconic new build project in India.

You will be responsible for:
• Ensuring client relations are maintained.
• Understand strategy and pipeline for future projects.
• Manage the tender process from an operations function.
• Ensuring that communication between head office departments and the site is utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement.
• Identifying any skills gaps in the Business Unit and undertaking a recruitment programme to support this.
• Training of staff and managers to ensure that everyone is performing adequately in their role.
• Providing a leadership support function to teams and motivating staff to achieve production goals.
• Managing several Project managers.
• Managing budgets and costs effectively in respect of the planning process.
• Acting as a liaison to senior management and board of directors to keep them up to date on all projects.
• Ensuring key performance indicators are in place.
• Implementation of any new policies and procedures.
• Ensure that an internal contract review meeting is held with Mercury legal team and that the key staff attend.
• Manage the overall operations of the project, and ensure that the Safety, Quality, and Environmental objectives of the client and the project team are established and progress toward these is measured.
• Monitor and advise on the administration of the Client and Sub-contractor contracts.
• Ensure that the management systems are implemented at all stages throughout the construction process, particularly with respect to Sub-contractor management.
• Reviewing, in conjunction with the Q.A/QC manager and Project Manager, the effectiveness of the management systems as a means of achieving safety, quality and environmental objectives.
• Ensure that the project team comply with the project controls, processes, and procedures.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager, ensure that staff are working efficiently and effectively.
• Review actual progress against planned and ensure that clear and concise reporting to the project team Senior Management.
• Assessing, in conjunction with the Project Q.S. and Project Manager the financial and commercial contracting matters on the project.
• Ensure project reporting is clear and concise and reflects current project status.
• Ensure that packages and scope of works are reviewed prior to subcontracts being agreed.
• Ensure that client relations are always maintained.
• Deal with any internal or external disputes.
• Ensure change management is handled correctly (Cost & Programme).

• 5+ years senior role in the appropriate field.
• Experience in CSA and M&E works with relevant qualifications.
• Knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service and employee management.
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational process for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to streamline and implement new structures and roles that create speed, efficiency, and support rapidly shifting business demands.
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and legislative guideline.
• Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity.
• Negotiation skills in both internal and external settings.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills, demonstrated by previous professional success.
• Experience with budget and business plan development.

About the Company

Savile Lloyd is a leading provider of construction professionals to the International market.

We offer a thorough and professional service to both our clients and our candidates.

Through our extensive experience and development of key relationships we have been able to provide an understanding of the construction industry and to be flexible in differing markets.

With a highly experienced team we are able to provide a professional service that keeps clients retaining our services for future vacancies.