Operations Manager - T&D Construction (Glasgow, UK)

Description

• Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction, and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution Construction Services. This position is responsible for the operational, direction and leadership of the current and future portfolio of works within our Transmission & Distribution UKO Business. Ensuring project delivery, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving efficiency across T&D construction and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, exceptional leadership skills, and a strong commitment to operational excellence. This includes supporting and executing EPC Projects, developing high performance teams, and promoting the Burns & McDonnell culture, values, and Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.
• Responsible for supporting and executing T&D and Regional Office strategies and goals.
• Responsible for maintaining and advancing internal relationships.
• Support initiatives for sales, revenue and income goals for the Global Practice and Regional Office.
• Achieves stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day T&D operations, including construction, maintenance, and emergency response activities.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.
• Lead a team of Project Managers provide coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure scope, quality, and delivery expectations are met.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to ensure alignment across project phases.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, cost controls, and resource planning.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with industry best practices, company policies, and customer specifications.
• Support and lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with utility clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide leadership to the team; directs and coordinates activities of several disciplines
• Career coaching, leadership planning and development, and the planning and delivery of training and education.
• Responsible for reviewing resource requirements with Department and Section Managers and help obtain necessary resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction or related field
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
• Minimum 5 years of related professional experience in T&D projects (8 preferred)
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
• Proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects (transmission lines, substations, distribution networks)
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Field Construction Management

Primary Location GB-Glasgow-Glasgow

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 265186

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JA #UKO N/A