Operations Director - Northern Home Counties (MEP)

Wates Group; Waterbeach; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Car allowance / Company car

Travel to sites

Private medical

Pension 6% employer contribution

Health and Wellness programme

26 days holidays + bank holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Family leave benefits

Job summary

SES Engineering Services is seeking an Operations Director to lead the Northern Home Counties Operating Unit within the Central region, driving growth and strong financial performance across a £200m MEP services portfolio.

The role requires strategic leadership, development of high-performing teams and resilient client relationships to capitalise on a robust pipeline and future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead business performance, project strategy and operational delivery, ensuring strong commercial results and exceptional client satisfaction.
• Take ownership of key client relationships from pre qualification through to project delivery and account development, identifying future opportunities and supporting continued growth.
• Drive a culture of operational excellence, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality.
• Lead the delivery of the SHE strategy, ensuring the SHE team is challenged, supported and providing consistent standards, guidance and assurance across the business unit.
• Be accountable for the full financial performance of multiple projects, ensuring robust forecasting, risk management and successful commercial outcomes.
• Develop, inspire and lead a high performing team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of both the Northern Home Counties Operating Unit and the wider Central region, helping to deliver our ambitious plans for the future.

Job description

SES Engineering Services is seeking an Operations Director to lead the Northern Home Counties Operating Unit within the Central region, driving growth and strong financial performance across a £200m MEP services portfolio.

The role requires strategic leadership, development of high-performing teams and resilient client relationships to capitalise on a robust pipeline and future opportunities.