Operations Manager – Civil Engineering & Structural Steelwork Location: On-site at a major energy sector facility near ChesterSalary: Up to £80,000 per annumAbout the RoleA well-respected specialist in structural steelwork and civil engineering is looking for a highly capable Operations Manager to lead their Civil Engineering and Structural Steelwork Division based on-site at a prominent energy facility near Chester. This senior leadership role involves overseeing the smooth delivery of complex, high-profile projects while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships and driving operational excellence.Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations for the Civil Engineering and Structural Steelwork Division at the energy sector site.
• Plan, coordinate, and ensure successful delivery of multiple projects within time, budget, and quality targets.
• Manage, develop, and mentor site teams, ensuring full compliance with health & safety standards and company policies.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers to support seamless collaboration.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the wider business development strategy.
• Monitor project progress, prepare commercial reports, and provide operational performance updates to senior management.
• Ensure effective resource planning, cost control, and budget management.
• Champion continuous improvement across all operational activities.

About You

• Proven experience managing structural steel and civil engineering projects, preferably in high-security or regulated environments.
• Strong client and stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Experience with business development and spotting commercial opportunities.
• Solid understanding of commercial reporting and operational performance metrics.
• Skilled in project planning, scheduling, and financial oversight.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health & safety regulations and industry standards.
• Exceptional leadership qualities, with a proactive, hands-on approach.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work on prominent projects within a respected engineering business.
• A supportive working environment rooted in family-owned business values.

If you are interested and keen to find out more, please apply now with your updated CV and reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 78890