Are you an experienced Rail Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager with a strong background delivering major civils projects? Do you want the opportunity to lead a high-value infrastructure project within a leading contractor? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you will lead the delivery of a major infrastructure project, managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring successful outcomes across safety, programme, and commercial performance.
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per annum DOE + £7,500 car allowance + up to 10% bonus scheme
Benefits
* Car allowance (£7,500)
* Company Pension – 6% employer contribution
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Buy additional annual leave scheme
* Succession planning and annual performance reviews
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Aviva Digital GP
* Flu vaccinations
* Health Cashplan – provides cover for employee and dependent children and offers 100% reimbursement for a wide range of benefits (up to an annual limit)
* Eye care vouchers
* Death in Service – 4 x annual salary
* Annual bonus (up to 10%)
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a large, multidisciplinary delivery team
* Take full ownership of project delivery from planning through to completion
* Oversee programme, budget, and operational performance
* Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across the project
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
* Manage subcontractors and maintain strong commercial oversight
* Provide leadership that is "firm but fair," fostering a collaborative team environment
Requirements
* Significant experience as an Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager within a main contractor environment
* Strong background in civils projects (e.g. infrastructure, highways, bridges, tunnels); light rail or rail track experience is advantageous
* Proven experience managing large teams (30+ people)
* Experience delivering projects valued at circa £40 million annually
* HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant engineering or construction discipline
* Valid SMSTS and CSCS cards
* A career background progressing from site-based roles (e.g. Site Manager) is highly desirable
* Professional membership (ICE, APM, etc.) is advantageous
You will be joining a main contractor operating at the forefront of the UK's infrastructure and rail sector, working on complex and high-value major rail project. This role is focused on leading a single major project (circa £40m annual value), rather than overseeing an entire programme, giving you full ownership and accountability for delivery. As the new Operations Manager, you will lead a team of 30-40+ staff, including Project Managers, Site Agents, Engineers, and Construction professionals. You will play a key role in driving project performance, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and subcontractors.
This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role on a major UK infrastructure project, offering long-term stability, career progression, and the chance to make a real impact.
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