Operations Manager – Water - Severn Trent Regions
JOB_53461534728950Job type
TemporaryLocation
MidlandsWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Civils ProjectsIndustry
ConstructionPay
Inside IR35Closing date
28 Dec 2025
Construction / Operations Manager– Water Industry (Severn Trent Region) | Tier 1 Contractor | potentially long
Location: Severn Trent Region
Contract
Type: Contract (High Potential for long term extension)
Industry: Utilities / Water Treatment / Civil Engineering
Position: Construction Manager Recruiter: Hays Recruitment
Type: Contract (High Potential for long term extension)
Industry: Utilities / Water Treatment / Civil Engineering
Position: Construction Manager Recruiter: Hays Recruitment
About the Company
Work with a leading Tier 1 construction contractor with a strong presence in the UK water industry, delivering high-impact infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This opportunity is based in the Severn Trent Region, focusing on Clean & Wastewater Treatment works.
Role Overview
As Construction / Operations Manager, you’ll oversee the delivery of a key regional project, ensuring operational excellence, safety compliance, and stakeholder coordination. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a seasoned professional with a background in utilities, civil engineering, or water treatment.
- Lead and manage construction teams and regional staff
- Conduct site audits and implement improvement strategies
- Provide technical support to Project Managers, Site Managers, Supervisors, and Designers
- Contribute to tender submissions and pre-acceptance documentation
- Prepare and review progress and safety reports
- Support procurement of subcontractor packages (in collaboration with QS)
- Attend project meetings with clients, designers, and internal teams
- Maintain accurate financial forecasts and project budgets
- Facilitate clear communication across all levels of the project team
- Ensure robust record-keeping for asset recovery and as-built documentation
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction or utilities management
- Proven ability to manage both direct labour and subcontractors
- Strong understanding of utility adoption standards and developer interfaces
- Experience managing departmental and project-level budgets
- Skilled at resolving contractual disputes and maintaining delivery timelines
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
What’s in It for You?
- Competitive day rate
- Opportunity to work with a Tier 1 contractor on a high-profile project
- Access to Hays Temporary Worker Benefits, including holiday pay, pension scheme, and more
- Potential for contract extension based on performance
What you need to do now
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Operations Manager – Water - Severn Trent RegionsJOB_534615347289502025-10-272025-12-28
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