Operations Manager / Director (Construction)

If you’re looking for a senior operational role where your decisions genuinely shape the business, this is a rare opportunity to join a respected, long-established Scottish civil engineering contractor entering its next phase of development. With roots tracing back over 60 years, the company has quietly grown from a small family-run operation to a trusted delivery partner for civil engineering works across Ayrshire & Scotland. Their success has come through reputation, reliability, and long-term relationships—not aggressive growth targets. Projects typically range from £200k–£300k and span general roads, bridges, culverts, barriers, and traffic management. Now, as the current leadership team begins planning for the future, they’re seeking a Senior Construction Manager / Operations Manager / General Manager, to take a lead in operations and bring fresh ideas to improve efficiency, consistency, and profitability across their works portfolio. Lead all project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, and programme compliance across multiple concurrent sites. Work closely with clients, sub-contractors, and internal teams, maintaining the strong reputation built over decades. Drive continuous improvement across operations, identifying ways to streamline delivery and increase commercial performance. Support and mentor contract managers and site teams, helping develop capability and confidence across the business. A proven track record in civil engineering—ideally with experience in highways, local authority, or infrastructure works. Hands-on management skills suited to a fast-paced, small-company environment where adaptability counts. Technical or academic qualifications (Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or similar). Strong leadership, communication, and commercial awareness. If you’d like to lead the operational future of a well-respected Scottish civil engineering business, we’d love to hear from you. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. We value diversity and promote equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application…