Operations Manager - Mechanical & Electrical Installation

Vinci; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear services company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced manager to lead IS delivery on projects at various sites. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the Nuclear Industry and strong project management skills. You will oversee project execution, ensure safety and compliance, and manage a diverse team. This is a full-time role offering career growth in a performance-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the Nuclear Industry.
• Direct experience with Mechanical & Electrical Installation projects.
• Member or Associate Member of a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IS delivery for a nominated location/site.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality standards.
• Develop and coach all team members under their control.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Safety management

Education

Qualification within engineering

Project Management qualification

Degree level or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

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 are responsible for the execution of the IS delivery strategy for the nominated location/site or framework, including work winning and safe, secure, timely, cost-effective and best-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 presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. NUVIA is a performance-driven company committed to developing its people within a culture of safety, innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• 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 with appropriate governance per NUVIA procedures CP0402, CP0401A and CP0905.
• Lead 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 meet NUVIA commitments in line with the IS delivery strategy.
• Develop and coach all team members under their control.
• Identify and manage all areas of change associated with IS projects.
• Govern the delivery of all IS projects at the nominated location/site or framework.
• Ensure compliance with NUVIA safety, health, environment, quality (SHEQ) and Construction standards and procedures.
• Ensure SHEQ incidents and good practice are captured via the NUVIA UNOR systems and associated client systems.
• Ensure works are carried out safely, in compliance with legislation and company procedures, and to required standards of quality and design intent.
• Engage with the Director - Industrial Services and finance representatives to provide accurate financial forecasts in support of the IS strategy and performance.
• Lead representation for the IS location/site or framework at the IS monthly management meeting with responsibility for presenting an update on operations and prospects.
• Manage all personnel involved in IS delivery at 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 the IS scope and direct the IS team in the 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 QMS standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with other NUVIA disciplines and business lines (e.g., HP&S and Engineering) in support of the IS scope.
• Communicate professionally and clearly, both verbally and in writing, with internal stakeholders, clients, subcontractors and regulators.
• Own client relationship at the location/site or framework and undertake Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) with direct reports, ensuring development plans are reviewed and updated.
• Set objectives aligned with the IS strategy and ensure personnel are Suitable Qualified or Experienced (SQEP).
• Engage with relevant unions at locations/sites and manage industrial relations with personnel.
• Collaborate with commercial and finance teams to ensure timely invoicing and payments.

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

• Qualification within engineering or a related field; Project Management qualification.
• An appropriate degree level or equivalent qualification (Level 6) relevant to the role scope.
• Minimum 5 years' experience of the Nuclear Industry.
• Minimum 10 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.
• Full UK driving license.
• Engineering or Project Management experience delivering different forms of contract.
• Direct and demonstrable experience of involvement in Mechanical & Electrical Installation 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 a complex construction environment with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Why Us?

• Good knowledge of contract models used in the Nuclear industry (NEC, FIDIC, T&M, etc).
• Understanding of project management tools and their appropriate use.
• Sub-contractor management experience.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Leadership and people management, stakeholder management, and communication skills at all levels; ability to motivate and manage to tight deadlines; client-focused; commercially aware; able to drive for results; strategic decision making; managing change; developing self and others; effective communication and influencing; prioritizing safety.

Desirable

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

About NUVIA

NUVIA is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction and the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group. With more than 2700 employees worldwide, NUVIA operates globally on highly regulated and sensitive industrial sites and has been involved in major nuclear projects worldwide due to its established expertise. We continue to grow, and we are seeking new talent to support the group's expansion.