Operations Manager / Business Development Manager - Tier 2 Contractor

Amida Recruitment; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 150 000 - 230 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Amida Recruitment in Sydney is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with Business Development strengths to lead delivery across civil, defence, fuel and energy projects.

Based at head office, you will manage multidisciplinary teams, drive continuous improvement, oversee budgets, forecasting and contract management, and lead bid and pre-contract activities to secure new work while ensuring safety, schedule and profit.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Senior experience delivering complex construction projects.
• Strong business development experience essential for growth.
• Experience with budgets, forecasting, cost control and contract management.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and manage stakeholders.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsabilités

• Manage an existing portfolio of works and grow it further.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering brownfield and greenfield construction projects from inception to completion.
• Drive continuous improvements across project delivery processes and performance.
• Oversee project financial performance, including reporting, WIP, forecasting and cost control.
• Strengthen client relationships, identify growth opportunities and drive sustainable business performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Lead bid and pre-contract activities, including tender preparation and contract negotiations.
• Identify and manage project risks to ensure safety, schedule and budget.

Connaissances

Business development

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Contract management

Planning & logistics

Formation

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Description du poste

Market leading tier 2 head contractor with a great reputation Running a circa $10m to $20m division and have the ability to business development Operations Management will be circa 80% and Business Development circa 20% of the role. Work will be across civil, fuel, defence, remedial and energy sectors Join a growing business delivering complex projects across civil, defence, fuel and energy sectors, with the opportunity to lead operations, drive business growth and deliver successful project outcomes. Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager that also has a Business Development Manager skillset to lead project delivery and operational performance across Sydney as well as grow the business. Based in the Head office, you will drive safe, efficient and profitable outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects within civil, defence, fuel and energy sectors, while supporting the continued growth of the business. You will lead multidisciplinary teams delivering complex brownfield and greenfield construction projects from concept through to completion, while driving continuous improvement across project delivery systems, processes and performance. You will need to demonstrate strong commercial acumen, leadership and stakeholder management skills, alongside experience in project financials, forecasting, cost control and contract management. The role will also involve overseeing bid and pre-contract activities, including tender submissions, contract negotiations and project mobilisation, while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. The successful candidate must have strong business development skills, with a proven track record of securing new projects and building long-term client relationships. Years of experience: 10 years +

Responsibilities

• Manage an existing portfolio of works and grow it further
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the successful delivery of complex brownfield and greenfield construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Implement and drive continuous improvements across project delivery processes, systems and operational performance.
• Maintain oversight of project financial performance, including reporting, work in progress (WIP), forecasting and cost control.
• Strengthen client relationships, identify growth opportunities and drive sustainable business and financial performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead bid and pre-contract functions, including tender preparation, contract negotiations and project mobilisation.
• Proactively identify and manage project risks, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a senior construction, operations or project management role delivering complex projects.
• Strong business development experience is essential for this role.
• Great commercial acumen, with experience in budgets, forecasting, cost control and contract management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Experience in the civil, defence & renewable sectors, will be highly regarded.

This is a permanent full-time position providing a great opportunity to work with a successful and growing organisation who offer challenging work and the potential for career progression.