Operations Manager (Director Designate)£100,000 Bonus Software and Automation Projects SCADA / PLC / MandE IntegrationLocation: Hybrid Home-based with travel to London or Manchester OfficesSector: Industrial Automation / Control Systems / Software IntegrationJob Type: Full-time, PermanentWe are seeking an experienced Operations Manager (Director Designate) to lead the Software and Automation division, delivering integrated SCADA/PLC/MandE projects for large-scale infrastructure sectors including tunnels, ports, airports, and the built environment.In this senior-level, hybrid role, youll take ownership of a diverse project portfolio while also playing a hands-on leadership role in delivery, team development, and business growth. The successful candidate will be positioned to progress into a Director-level role, joining the Board and contributing to strategic and operational direction.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery and Client ManagementServe as the senior point of contact for key clients and lead project progress meetings.Oversee full lifecycle project delivery from scoping and design through to completion.Collaborate with technical leads to review documentation (e.g., FDS, QA plans, consultancy reports).Ensure projects are delivered on time, to specification, and within budget.Provide accurate billing inputs and manage project finances and WIP reporting.Team Leadership and Resource PlanningLead and mentor multi-disciplinary engineering teams (software and ..... full job details .....