Operations Director
Glasgow
£60,000 to £70,000 per Annum
Permanent Role
We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to provide strategic and hands-on leadership within a respected, engineering-led consultancy. This Operations Director role is based in Glasgow and offers the opportunity to influence operational performance, culture, and long-term direction within a business known for their technical capabilities.
The Operations Director will be responsible for turning business strategy into effective operational plans, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently. Working from Glasgow, you will collaborate closely with senior technical and commercial leaders to align people, processes, and resources with client and organisational objectives.
The company has a long-established reputation within the built environment and engineering consultancy sector, delivering high-quality advice across complex and technically demanding projects. As part of a wider group of specialist consultancies, the business benefits from strong governance, shared expertise, and long-term investment, while retaining a close-knit, collaborative culture focused on people development and sustainable growth.
Operations Director, Candidate Requirements:
Lead and optimise day-to-day operations across engineering and consultancy teams
Drive consistency, quality, and efficiency in project delivery and resource planning
Implement robust systems, controls, and performance metrics
Support business growth and continuous improvement initiativesOperations Director opportunity, Company Benefits:
Company vehicle
Enhanced Pension Scheme
Hybrid working
Flexible working
Clear progression path
Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position