Operations Manager - Permanent - Gloucester - Established Contractor - Water Industry - Civil Engineering Your new company Our client, an established contractor operating in the water industry, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join their team. This multi-accredited contractor has a strong pipeline of work, delivering contracts valued at up to £3m for high-profile water providers, and their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader within the civil engineering industry. Due to continued success, they are looking to expand their senior leadership team.This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Gloucester office with the option for hybrid working.Your new role As Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:Managing and optimising all operational aspects of projects including resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting and quality controlCoordinating with project managers, engineers, contractors and suppliers to ensure seamless project executionDeveloping and implementing operational policies, procedures and best practices to enhance productivity and safetyMonitoring project progress, identifying bottlenecks and providing solutions to mitigate risksEnsuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, environmental policies and health and safety standardsCollaborating with senior management on strategic planning, financial forecasting and performance reportingOverseeing procurement activi