Operational Support Manager

21 hours ago

Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Hays Full time

Your new company

Our client is a leading organisation within the civils and infrastructure sector, renowned for delivering innovative solutions that support sustainable urban development. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, they offer a collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Loughborough office with hybrid working.

Your new role

As an Operations Support Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering complex installation projects with precision and accountability. Acting as the central point of coordination between internal teams and external stakeholders, you'll ensure operational integrity, financial discipline and compliance across all project phases.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing project lifecycle documentation and governance
  • Overseeing logistics, fleet and accommodation planning
  • Monitoring financial performance, cost control and invoicing processes
  • Reviewing RAMS, ITPs and handover documentation to meet client and regulatory standards
  • Driving continuous improvement and supporting team development.

This is a dynamic role where your leadership and organisational skills will directly impact commercial success and operational excellence.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you will bring:

  • Proven experience managing installation teams within construction and/or civil engineering
  • Strong knowledge of RAMS, health & safety compliance and operational standards
  • Ability to interpret and monitor project financials and support cost control
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset
  • Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

  • Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum
  • Company car or car allowance
  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Fuel card
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Company pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
  • Hybrid working (2/3 days' remote per week)
  • Family-friendly benefits
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to progress your career with a growing business and more.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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