Our client is a leading environmental services company providing a comprehensive range of wastewater and water solutions.
Overview of the role:
This role will report directly to the Operations Manager and manage a portfolio of projects in the Laois / Kilkenny areas.
Responsibilities include managing several wastewater treatment plants, focusing on logistical, contractual, financial, commercial, and technical aspects of the projects to safely deliver first-class results. The role will also involve working strategically with the Operations Manager and Directors to improve the efficiency and profitability of the business.
Duties:
- Contribute to the leadership team regarding the company's strategy, growth, and business plan.
- Manage delegated projects and assist where required with additional works.
- Ensure thorough knowledge and understanding of the contract for all assigned projects.
- Develop designated parts of the business in line with an agreed business plan.
- Take full ownership and responsibility for projects and project issues.
- Build and maintain good working relationships with Clients.
- Engage with stakeholders and liaise closely with management and departments during project execution, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Manage procurement within defined budgets and project completion programmes.
- Ensure all governance is in place and adhered to.
- Thoroughly monitor and control the delegated project portfolio.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial information, including monthly Client Reports, Internal Management Reports, and budgets/forecasts.
- Prepare monthly accounts and contract claims.
- Optimise plant operations while minimising risk or exposure to the Company.
- Anticipate and effectively manage risks and opportunities.
- Apply procedures related to contract execution.
- Liaise with the H&S Manager to ensure all H&S requirements are satisfied.
- Manage and direct a team of operatives both on and off-site, ensuring they are motivated and understand expectations. Delegate where possible while maintaining control.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Leadership and Management experience.
- Experience within the water or wastewater industry.
- An appropriate engineering and management qualification or equivalent experience.
- Experience in the management of water/wastewater treatment plants.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative and assert authority.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Self-motivated.
A strong remuneration package is available for the successful candidate.