Operations Manager
Spalding, United KingdomRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
An Operations Manager who leads engineering projects, owns key client relationships, and ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to scope.
About this role
AJS Control and Automation are looking for a commercially focused Operations Manager to lead projects, manage key client relationships, and support delivery across our engineering operations.
The role of an operations manager includes taking ownership of projects up to £2M, manage key accounts, and ensure everything is delivered on time, in full, and within budget.
Requirements for the role include:
- Manage projects and budgets up to £2M
- Build and grow key customer relationships
- Drive repeat business and identify new opportunities
- Plan and coordinate labour and resources
- Lead client meetings and manage expectations
- Oversee project delivery with engineering teams
- Manage and develop Lead Electricians
Experience to help your application would include:
- Strong commercial and project management experience
- Confident client-facing and stakeholder skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects at pace
- Leadership experience (Electrical background a plus)
Benefits of the role will include:
- £55k - £60K salary
- High-impact role with real ownership
- Clear progression opportunities
- Company car or car allowance
- Authorised paid overtime
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Private Health Cover
We look forward to hearing from you!
Skills
Budget ManagementClient Relationship ManagementElectrical BackgroundLead ElectriciansPLC/SCADAProject ManagementResource PlanningStakeholder Management
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