Operations Director

An operations director oversees the efficient management of projects and processes within an organization. They ensure that operational goals are met while maintaining quality and compliance standards.

Egis in Africa likely operates in civil engineering and infrastructure development, focusing on water and structural systems.

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our almost 25,000 employees operate across over 70 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world. Egis has been working in Ireland since 1994, making us one of the longest-established and largest multidisciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firms in the country. Today we have more than 600 people across 16 locations nationwide, working on some of Ireland’s most significant infrastructure programmes. We operate more of Ireland’s road infrastructure than any other firm, overseeing 1,200km of motorways and running two of the country’s most complex tunnel facilities, the Dublin Tunnel and the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork. That combination of design, engineering and long-term operations experience is rare, and it gives our people a perspective on infrastructure that goes well beyond the drawing board. If you want to understand how major assets actually perform over time, and how to make them safer, more efficient and more sustainable, this is a good place to develop that knowledge. Job Description The Operations Director is responsible for planning and governance and for overseeing the successful delivery of the projects output including technical results and financial profitability, he/she provides with operational oversight and technical support for projects, directs and coordinates the projects based on company policies, goals, and objectives to ensure an efficient working environment and those deadlines are met consistently. Assist in leading the overall operations, business development, and strategic direction of the business. Provide strong leadership, client relationship management, and a deep understanding of design processes, project management, and consultancy services. Ensure profitability, quality delivery, and growth of the company in line with its vision *Strategic Leadership Develop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets. Oversee company operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry standards. Drive innovation and maintain competitive positioning in the market. * Business Development Identify new business opportunities and build relationships with developers, Consultants, and Contractors. Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations. Represent the company at industry events and networking forums. * Project Oversight Ensure timely and quality delivery of consultancy and PMC projects. Monitor project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation. Resolve escalated client issues and maintain high customer satisfaction. * Team Management Recruit, mentor, and manage design and project management teams. Foster a collaborative and creative work environment. Set performance goals and conduct regular evaluations. * Quality & Compliance Maintain adherence to design standards, building codes, and sustainability practices. Implement quality assurance processes across all projects. * Financial Management Prepare, implement and achieve budgeted Turnover, Gross Margin and Net Profit targets to ensure profitability and growth of the business Prepare annual budgets and monitor financial performance. Optimize operational costs and improve profitability. Ensure compliance with financial and legal regulations. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a Construction-related discipline. Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in construction, project management, consultancy, or related operations within the built environment. Experience in strategic planning and business development within consultancy or PMC services Proven track record of leading operations, managing multi-disciplinary teams. Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and profitability optimisation. Excellent stakeholder management skills. MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Project Management, or Construction Management is a plus. Key Competencies: Strategic leadership and business acumen. Project and operations management expertise. Financial planning and performance management. Team leadership and talent development. Quality assurance and compliance management. Experience in operations or mega-project/program in the Middle East; Program Management. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Show more