Head of Operations (Construction & Property Development)
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- Malta Island
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Leads all operational functions across the group, aligning project delivery, production, and support services with business objectives and growth strategy.
- Oversees the successful execution of multiple large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
- Provides leadership and direction to Project Managers, Site Managers, and operational teams across multiple sites.
- Manages and coordinates office-based departments including procurement, planning, commercial, and technical support functions to ensure seamless integration with site operations.
- Develops and implements operational strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall performance across the organization.
- Oversees resource planning, including manpower, equipment, materials, and logistics across all projects and facilities.
- Drives strong cost control, budgeting, and financial performance across operations, ensuring profitability and efficiency.
- Leads procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and supplier management for major projects and operational needs.
- Ensures full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards across all sites and offices.
- Establishes performance metrics and reporting structures to monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
- Acts as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
- Supports tendering, business development, and strategic decision-making at senior management levels
- Have extensive experience in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role (Head of Operations, Operations Manager, or Senior Project Manager)
- Demonstrates strong expertise in managing both site operations and office-based functions (procurement, planning, commercial, etc.)
- Strong track record in delivering large-scale projects
- Demonstrates strength in leadership, operational strategy, cost control, contract management, and decision-making
- Experience managing multi-site operations and large multidisciplinary teams
- Offers the ability to drive efficiency, performance, and organizational alignment across departments
- Preferably have a tertiary level of education in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field