BEMS Operations Manager

Base Location: London and South East (within M25 and surrounding counties)Salary: Competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options availableThe roleAs SSE Energy Solutions goes from strength to strength, consolidating our position as one of the largest building controls companies in the UK, we see no limit to our ambitions of providing our customers with a service delivery that is second to none. Whilst we are under no illusion that the BMS market is a challenging environment to work in, we are confident that with the right people working with us, we will be able to maintain the highest of standards in everything that we do, and will achieve the objectives that we have set ourselves over the next few years.Our Operations Manager will take responsibility for ensuring the on time, within scope and within budget, delivery of support services, including injected works orders to our customers. This includes direct line management of Support Engineers who'll be maintaining, repairing, and upgrading customer systems.You willManage the technical and commercial aspects of allocated contracts and customers to ensure sales and margin targets are achieved and, where possible, exceeded. Liaise with Service Solutions Managers on contract conditions, to ensure that the company's commercial and contractual interests are protected at all times Ensure work is carried out in an organised manner, in conformance with all contractual and regulatory requirements Support and maintain a collaborative working environment with external/internal customers and stakeholders, and create a high-performance culture in the Operations team Ensure invoices and applications for payments are processed and approved in accordance with mandated timeframes, and applications are agreed in advance with the customer, prior to invoice submittal You haveStrong, proven and verifiable experience operating as either an Operations Manager or similar within the BMS/BEMS & Controls, Construction or Mechanical & Electrical industry Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to manage a number of contracts and customers at any one time Familiarity with all aspects of BEMS, including infrastructure, software, integration and controls philosophies Excellent stakeholder management expertise with demonstrable experience in operations management delivering against objectives and budget Strong experience of managing and motivating people, setting objectives and inspiring others to achieve As you'll be field based but with very regular travel to different sites and customer locations, it is essential that you hold a full driving licence and are located within the region with a flexible working approach.About SSE Smart BuildingsWe are one of the largest BEMS suppliers in the UK – a top 3 Honeywell Trend Technology Partner, and the first Siemens Master Partner. We love being a market leader and topping out some outstanding projects to the very highest of standards - on time and within budgetWorking alongside our colleagues in SSE we provide some of the most critical building control and energy generation services required by a zero-carbon world, enabling our customers to achieve their sustainability targets.Flexible Benefits To Fit Your LifeEnjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.Work with an equal opportunity employerSSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andy on / to discuss how we can support you.We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.Ready to apply?Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.