Operations Manager

Georgiou; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive packages

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing leave & parental leave

Job summary

Georgiou, part of STRABAG SE, seeks an accomplished infrastructure leader to oversee a portfolio of major NSW projects, driving safety, commercial performance and client satisfaction.

You will mentor project teams, shape strategy, and build executive relationships with clients and partners while guiding governance, risk management and delivery excellence.

This full-time role offers a clear career path, competitive package and access to STRABAG’s global network.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Experience leading major D&C infrastructure projects within Tier 1 or 2 contractor environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to assess financial performance, forecasts, contracts, risks and margins.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern a portfolio of major infrastructure projects to achieve safety, operational and commercial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities, position Georgiou for future work and drive business development.
• Provide strategic input into growth and direction of the NSW business.
• Coach and develop Project Managers and senior leaders to foster high performance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

People leadership

Stakeholder relationships

Risk management

Project delivery

Governance

Mentoring & coaching

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Earned Value management

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Georgiou—now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups—you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity. For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

With Georgiou’s local knowledge and experience and STRABAG’s forward-thinking innovation, we’re delivering projects that connect communities, develop people, and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

• Build impact that lasts – work on iconic projects shaping Australian communities.
• Grow without limits – access world-class training, mentoring, and career pathways across Australia and STRABAG’s global network.
• Flexibility that works for you – enjoy wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and support to help you stay connected to life beyond work.
• Belong and be supported – inclusive facilities like free hygiene products, parental and prayer rooms, and wellbeing programs.
• A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity, and Excellence guide everything we do.
• Reward for your work – competitive packages, annual reviews, and access to the Georgiou Perks discounts platform.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will provide leadership across a portfolio of major infrastructure projects while helping drive commercial performance, client satisfaction and long-term business growth.

This role extends beyond project delivery. You will be a trusted advisor to the business, contributing to strategic planning, strengthening client relationships and helping identify opportunities that position Georgiou for future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a portfolio of major infrastructure projects to achieve outstanding safety, operational and commercial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners and key industry stakeholders.
• Understand client needs and help position Georgiou for future opportunities and repeat work.
• Support business development initiatives through market intelligence, industry engagement and client relationship management.
• Provide strategic input into the growth and future direction of the NSW business.
• Partner with project teams to optimise project performance, forecast accuracy, contractual position, risk management and profitability.
• Drive consistency across project delivery, governance, systems and operational excellence.
• Mentor, coach and develop Project Managers and senior leaders while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Build leadership capability across the business through succession planning and talent development.
• Critically review project performance and implement actions that improve commercial, operational and client outcomes.
• Support tender reviews, project mobilisation and key project transitions.
• Contribute to workforce planning, resourcing and business planning initiatives.

Your Skills and Experience

You are an accomplished infrastructure leader who combines strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen and people leadership with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated success leading major complex D&C infrastructure projects within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor environment.
• Experience across major transport, water or similarly complex infrastructure sectors.
• Strong strategic capability and the ability to influence outcomes at both project and business unit level.
• Proven ability to build and maintain executive-level client and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to critically assess project financial performance, forecasts, contracts, risks and margins.
• Experience overseeing the performance of multiple projects and managing a portfolio of work.
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to build relationships, coach and develop high-performing teams while driving accountability.
• Confidence in setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback and navigating challenging conversations when required.
• Strong understanding of project establishment, mobilisation, governance, project controls and operational delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging risks, gaps and opportunities and drive appropriate action.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence major infrastructure projects, develop future leaders and help shape the future direction of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

• ClickApplyto submit your application online.
• Not the right time? Reach out to Ryan Nguyen, Talent Acquisition Specialist at [e-mail] for a confidential chat-we'd still love to connect.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists. We are proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as a great place for women to work.

Contact Us

NSW - 02 8072 3600
QLD - 07 3319 4500
WA & NT - 08 9200 2500