Director of Operations

  • 28 Jan 2026
  • €115,000 - €135,000
  • Cork
  • Permanent / Full Time
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide visible leadership across health, safety, quality, and operational performance, setting the standard across all projects and teams.
  • Take full ownership of a multi-project, multi-region business unit, ensuring consistent delivery and strong commercial outcomes.
  • Act as a senior contributor to company-wide strategy, working collaboratively with finance, operations, HR, and business development functions.
  • Ensure effective governance, reporting, and management controls are embedded and operating effectively.
  • Lead structured business reviews, reporting on performance metrics and strategic objectives.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the division.
  • Identify, develop, and commercialise new opportunities within the utilities and infrastructure markets.
  • Lead bid strategy, tender development, and high-level client engagement, maintaining strong long-term relationships.
  • Oversee commercial performance across contracts, ensuring productivity, margin control, and risk management.
  • Drive organisational capability through people leadership, succession planning, and talent development.
Candidate Requirements
  • Degree-qualified, preferably an Engineering/Construction or similar. 
  • Extensive senior leadership experience within utilities, energy, or regulated infrastructure environments.
  • Demonstrated responsibility for P&L management within a large-scale commercial operation (€15m+ annual turnover).
  • At least 8 years’ experience in a senior operational, project, or programme leadership role.
  • Proven ability to lead senior teams, influence stakeholders, and deliver growth in regulated environments.
  • Strong understanding of the Irish utilities and infrastructure landscape.
  • Background in contracting or service delivery organisations is advantageous.

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