Director Of Operations

2 months ago


Aberdeen, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Engage Talent are working on an Executive Search assignment to recruit a Director of Operations based in Aberdeen to lead UK and European Operations.

Our client develops and delivers innovative, sustainable solutions across sectors, including energy, renewables, industrial manufacturing and waste recovery. With a global reach, their projects and partnerships are designed to address modern infrastructure's evolving needs and expand sustainable, affordable energy use.

The Director of Operations will oversee project execution, enhance resource efficiency and foster cross-border collaboration, all while supporting the company’s objectives for sustainable infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will bring both leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit to drive continuous improvement and seize new opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

Team Development and Leadership:

Develop, lead, and mentor the UK operations teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. As a key employee in the development of this region, the Director will help build out capabilities in the UK, as required.

Project Development and Management:

Develop, estimate, plan, and execute UK based projects and programs within business objectives, timelines, and budgets. The Director will be responsible for building teams and combinations of regional capabilities and partnerships to develop and execute projects and programs.

Client Engagement:

Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and high standards in project delivery.

Compliance & Safety:

Ensure all projects comply with UK and local regulations, as well as the company’s global Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental objectives. Recommend and assist global teams in implementing best practices, strategies, and programs to improve project performance.

Financial Management:

Responsible for division profit and loss. The Director will work closely with finance teams in the UK and the US and will help establish UK budgets and development plans, ensuring efficient use of company resources. Cross-Regional Collaboration: Work closely with the US operations resources to align on project objectives, timelines, and resources, ensuring seamless coordination between regions.

Resource Optimization:

Coordinate and optimize personnel, equipment, and material usage across projects, leveraging cross-functional support from both the UK and US teams.

Process Innovation:

Identify opportunities to streamline operations and implement improvements, applying best practices from both the UK and the US.

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level in Engineering, Business Management or similar and have 10+ years’ experience in engineering and construction project management, ideally within oil & gas, energy, infrastructure or chemical sectors. You will have demonstratable success in a senior leadership role, managing cross functional project teams in complex EPC projects. You must have an entrepreneurial spirit to drive continuous improvement, be a strong problem solver with an analytical and strategic approach. You must be willing to travel within Europe and to the USA.

The successful candidate will be rewarded with an executive salary package and a wide range of company benefits.

Please send your CV for immediate review and screening


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