Operations Manager

Ipsum; Dormansland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays included

Group Personal Pension Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club – supermarkets, phone,gy

Life assurance

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum Water England & Wales is seeking a Framework Manager to lead the safe, profitable and efficient delivery of operational work programmes. You will report to the Regional Director and oversee framework performance, customer relationships, and resource planning, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to high standards.

We value a commercially minded leader with utilities experience, strong change management skills, and the ability to drive business improvements while managing teams,

Qualifications

• Degree in Utilities Management or equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years' experience within the Utilities industry.
• Strong planning, organisational and programme management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, profitable and efficient delivery of operational work programmes, in line with company objectives.
• Oversee framework performance, customer relationships, and resource planning to ensure on-time delivery.
• Drive business improvement initiatives and change management across projects.

Job description

Location: Reading (with travel as required)

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan

Career Development & Progression With Professional Qualifications

• 24/7 virtual GP and Mental Health support services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club – supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities

About The Role

As a Framework Manager within Ipsum Water England & Wales, you will lead the safe, profitable and efficient delivery of operational work programmes in line with company objectives. Reporting to the Regional Director, you will oversee framework performance, customer relationships, business improvement initiatives, resource planning and commercial delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest standards.

About You

We’re looking for a commercially minded leader with strong utilities experience and a proven track record of delivering operational and financial performance.

You Will Have

• Previous experience in a Framework Management role.
• A degree in Utilities Management or equivalent qualification.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• At least 5 years' experience within the Utilities industry.
• Experience leading change management and business improvement initiatives.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management capability.
• Experience building relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience leading, developing and motivating teams.
• Strong planning, organisational and programme management skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Key skills include excellent communication, stakeholder management, organisation, leadership, problem-solving, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.