Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in marine and civil construction operations, including at least 5 years in a senior management role overseeing multiple projects. Please refer to the job advert for further information.
Operations Manager – Marine & Civil Construction
Projects & Operations Division
Join our dynamic team and build your career by working on exciting marine and civil construction projects across Sri Lanka and the Maldives
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Operations Manager Marine & Civil Construction will be responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the Company's day-to-day operational activities to ensure the successful execution of marine and civil construction projects across Sri Lanka and the Maldives. The incumbent will provide leadership in project operations, resource planning, logistics, equipment utilization, and workforce management while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements. The Operations Manager will work closely with senior management, project managers, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders to optimize operational performance, improve productivity, and support the Company's strategic growth objectives.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in marine and civil construction operations, including at least 5 years in a senior management role overseeing multiple projects
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline. An MBA or postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
- Age - 35 to 55 years
- Language - Fluent in English (written and spoken); Sinhala is essential and Tamil will be an added advantage
- Computer Skills - Proficient in MS Office Suite, Advanced Excel, MS Project, ERP systems, project management software, and operational reporting tools
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide overall leadership and operational direction for marine and civil construction projects to ensure successful project delivery.
- Develop, implement, and monitor operational strategies, work programmes, and resource plans aligned with the Company's business objectives.
- Oversee project mobilization, execution, and demobilization while ensuring efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, materials, and financial resources.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Technical Officers, Logistics, Procurement, and other support functions to ensure smooth project execution.
- Monitor project schedules, productivity, budgets, and operational performance, taking proactive measures to address delays, resource constraints, and operational risks.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, engineering standards, quality requirements, and statutory regulations.
- Lead operational planning meetings and provide strategic guidance to project teams on resource allocation, scheduling, and performance improvement.
- Oversee plant, machinery, and equipment deployment to maximize operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate operational effectiveness and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure strict compliance with occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems across all project sites.
- Review operational reports, project progress updates, cost analyses, and productivity reports, providing recommendations to senior management.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration among internal departments, clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.
- Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted project execution and business continuity.
- Support business development initiatives by providing operational input during tender preparation, project planning, and feasibility assessments.
- Mentor and develop project management teams by promoting leadership, accountability, and a high-performance culture throughout the organization.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strong leadership and people management capabilities with the ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.
- Comprehensive knowledge of marine and civil construction operations, project management principles, and construction methodologies.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and resource management skills.
- Strong commercial awareness with sound financial and operational management capabilities.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in demanding operational environments.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, risk management, and quality assurance systems.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and commitment to operational excellence.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
The successful candidates will be offered opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects across Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
A Starting Salary of 300,000 LKR.
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