Operations Manager - T&D (Glasgow, UK) chez Burns & McDonnell

Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction, and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 55 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution Construction Services. 

This position is responsible for the operational, direction and leadership of the current and future portfolio of works within our Transmission & Distribution UKO Business. Ensuring project delivery, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving efficiency across T&D construction and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, exceptional leadership skills, and a strong commitment to operational excellence. This includes supporting and executing EPC Projects, developing high performance teams, and promoting the Burns & McDonnell culture, values, and Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.

• Responsible for supporting and executing T&D and Regional Office strategies and goals.

• Responsible for maintaining and advancing internal relationships.

• Support initiatives for sales, revenue and income goals for the Global Practice and Regional Office. 

• Achieves stated targets and standards for financial performance.

• Oversee and manage day-to-day T&D operations, including construction, maintenance, and emergency response activities.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.

• Lead a team of Project managers provide coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations.

• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure scope, quality, and delivery expectations are met.

• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to ensure alignment across project phases.

• Develop and manage operating budgets, cost controls, and resource planning.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with industry best practices, company policies, and customer specifications.

• Support and lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain strong relationships with utility clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders.

• Provide leadership to the team; directs and coordinates activities of several disciplines

• Career coaching, leadership planning and development, and the planning and delivery of training and education.

• Responsible for reviewing resource requirements with Department and Section Managers and help obtain necessary resources.

• Manage Department Managers, technical experts, and support personnel, QA/QC.

• Other duties as assigned.        

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction or related field

• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement

• Minimum 5 years of related professional experience in T&D projects (8 preferred)

• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.

• Proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects (transmission lines, substations, distribution networks)

• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients