Operations Manager

VINCI Construction France; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an Operations Manager in Abingdon, UK. This role involves managing delivery and work winning in a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will need a relevant degree, at least 5 years of experience, and a proven track record in project management and fire protection projects. The company offers a supportive culture focused on safety and innovation, ensuring high-quality project delivery aligned with client objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years within a highly regulated multi-discipline environment.
• Direct and demonstrable experience of passive fire protection projects.
• Knowledge of Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IS delivery and work winning for a nominated location/site.
• Ensure projects comply with Nuvia standards and procedures.
• Produce monthly reports covering progress and budgets.

Skills

Leadership/people-management skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management tools

Change management

Education

Degree in Engineering or a related field

Project management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Operations Manager – Fire Stopping

Purpose of the job

As a member of the Industrial Services (IS) management team you will lead and manage IS delivery and work winning for a nominated location/site or framework. You will be responsible for executing the IS delivery strategy for that location/site or framework, including safe, secure, timely, cost‑effective and highest‑quality project delivery that meets both the client’s and Nuvia’s business objectives.

Why NUVIA

NUVIA – a subsidiary of VINCI construction – is an international company operating across highly regulated sectors including Civil & Defence Nuclear, with a strong record of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

NUVIA is a performance‑driven company committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation and excellence.

Reports to

Industrial Services Director

Key Accountabilities

• Report monthly on location/site or framework performance including safety, budget and time.
• Review and approve tendering proposals or contract changes aligned to delegated authority as per appointment letter.
• Coordinate tendering proposals or contract changes for the location/site or framework and include appropriate governance as per NUVIA procedures CP0402, CP0401A and CP0905.
• Secure work winning on the location/site or framework and ensure safe, effective and profitable delivery following contract award.
• Ensure projects are completed in compliance with the NUVIA Project Management Orchestra (PMO) and Quality Management System (QMS).
• Coordinate resources at the nominated location/site or framework, including subcontractors, to ensure Nuvia commitments can be met to client satisfaction and in line with the IS delivery strategy.
• Develop and coach all team members under your control.
• Ensure the team identifies and manages all areas of change associated with any IS project.
• Govern delivery of all IS projects at the nominated location/site or framework.
• Ensure compliance with Nuvia standards and procedures for Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) and Construction.
• Record SHEQ incidents and good practice via the NUVIA UNOR systems and associated client system.
• Ensure works are carried out safely, complying with all relevant legislation and company procedures.
• Guarantee that works meet required quality standards and comply with design intent.
• Engage frequently with the Director – Industrial Services and finance representative to ensure accurate financial forecasts are provided in support of the overall IS strategy and performance.
• Act as the lead representative for the IS location/site or framework at the monthly IS management meeting, presenting an update on operations and prospects.
• Manage personnel involved in IS scope delivery on the location/site or framework, including Project Managers, Construction Managers, site Managers, Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyors, Planners, Supervisors, Engineers, Operatives and Subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with all parties involved in IS scope delivery.
• Direct the IS team in implementation of the works.
• Produce monthly reports covering progress against budgets, safety, health & environment, expenditure, risks, mitigations and opportunities.
• Ensure anyone deployed on IS projects follows company QMS standards and procedures.
• Ensure good communication and coordination with all NUVIA disciplines and Business Lines such as HP&S and Engineering in support of IS scope.
• Communicate professionally, effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing, internally within Nuvia and with key stakeholders such as the client, subcontractors and regulators.
• Maintain Nuvia’s relationship with the client on the location/site or framework.
• Conduct Personal Development Reviews (PDR) with direct reports and ensure development plans are reviewed and updated throughout the year.
• Set objectives that align with the IS strategy.
• Ensure all personnel who are to work at the location/site or framework are suitable, qualified or experienced (SQEP).
• Engage relevant unions at locations/sites and industrial relations with personnel.
• Work with commercial and finance teams to ensure timely invoicing and payments.

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

• A qualification within engineering or a related field.
• A project management related qualification.

Duties and Requirements

Essential

• An appropriate degree level or equivalent qualification (Level 6) relevant to the role scope.
• Minimum 5 years within a highly regulated multi‑discipline environment.
• Member or Associate Member of a recognised institution (APM, CIOB, ICE, IStructE, IMechE, etc.).
• IOSH Managing Safely certification.
• A full UK driver’s licence.
• Engineering or project management experience delivering different forms of contract.
• Direct and demonstrable experience of passive fire protection projects.
• Knowledge of Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and duty‑holder responsibilities.
• Proven track record of work winning and delivery.
• Understanding of business profit and loss centres and financial reporting.
• Proven track record within complex construction environments with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Chartered status in relevant discipline (where appropriate).
• Level 6 NVQ in Construction Management, gaining a black CSCS managers card (black) or equivalent.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders (CIOB) or another relevant engineering institution.
• Higher qualifications with business, construction and/or engineering focus.

Why us?

• Good knowledge of contract models used frequently in the Nuclear industry (NEC, FIDIC, T&M etc).
• Good understanding of project management tools and appropriate utilisation.
• Sub‑contractor and management experience.
• Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Leadership/people‑management skills, stakeholder management, communication skills at all levels across the business, motivation and an unfazed attitude towards tight deadlines, client focus, results‑driven, strategic decision making, commercial acumen, change management, review, self‑development, influence, safety and environmental stewardship.