Operations Manager at Dowds

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Leadership, MEP Project Management, Cost Control, Resource Allocation, Budget Management, Modern Methods of Construction, Design Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Health and Safety Compliance, Commissioning, Pre-construction Planning

Industry

Construction

Description

We are seeking Dowds are seeking an Operations Manager to join our delivery team, to oversee multiple projects, overseeing the efficiency, quality and financial performance of the MEP throughout the full life cycle of a project. The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills and the ability to manage resources effectively. This is a senior, business critical leadership role for an Operations Manager who wants real ownership, influence, and scale What you’ll be responsible for Provide senior operational leadership across multiple MEP projects, ensuring design coordination, installation, commissioning, and handover activities are delivered safely, to programme, and to the required quality standards. Drive consistent project delivery through the implementation and continuous improvement of operational standards, systems, and ways of working across the delivery portfolio. Champion Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), including off‑site fabrication, modularisation, and digital delivery, embedding innovative approaches that improve safety, quality, productivity, and programme certainty. Maintain overall accountability for project delivery and compliance, ensuring all works meet statutory requirements, quality benchmarks, and client specifications, with robust reporting against agreed company and project KPIs. Oversee financial and resource performance across allocated projects Lead and embed a strong health, safety, and environmental culture, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and company standards, while proactively driving operational improvements and lessons learned across projects. Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship within the operational function. Act as a senior point of coordination between clients, consultants, architects, and supply chain partners, ensuring effective integration of MEP systems and timely resolution of delivery or interface issues. Contribute to and support the pre‑construction process, working closely with internal teams to influence buildability, programme strategy, procurement, and supply chain appointment from enquiry stage through to completion, defects, and liability close‑out. What we are looking for Essential Construction and / or Engineering Qualification (ONC, HND or Degree Level in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services or Construction or equivalent experience. Appropriate CSCS card or ability to obtain Proven experience overseeing operational delivery, including cost control, programme, quality, and resource allocation across projects Experience managing budgets, cost forecasts, and commercial risk, with accountability for operational performance Strong leadership capability, with the ability to drive performance, manage conflict, and influence at multiple levels (site teams through to senior leadership) Demonstrable experience leading and managing teams, including Project Managers, Site Managers, Supervisors, or Engineering teams Significant MEP package values, typically in excess of £20m or equivalent complexity Knowledge of the construction and engineering industry’s statutory requirements, methods, and processes. Desirable Chartered status or progress toward membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIOB, CEng, IET, ICE) Project Management Qualification or Chartership Experience contributing to business improvement initiatives, process optimisation, or operational change programmes Exposure to strategic planning, growth, or scaling operations across regions or business units Why Join Dowds 41 Days Holiday Early Finish Fridays Private Medical Bonus Wellbeing Initiatives Pension Work from home Plus, many more Dowds is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Responsibilities

Provide senior operational leadership across multiple MEP projects to ensure safe, high-quality delivery from design through to handover. Drive efficiency through the implementation of operational standards and the adoption of Modern Methods of Construction.