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Operations Manager - National Grid Transmission Business

ID da vaga
490809
Publicado desde
13-Jan-2026
Organização
Smart Infrastructure
Área de trabalho
Project Management
Empresa
Siemens plc
Nível de experiência
Não Definido
Anúncio da vaga
Tempo Integral
Modo de trabalho
Apenas escritório/presencial
Tipo de contrato
Permanente
Localização
  • Hebburn - South Tyneside - Reino Unido
Operations Manager – National Grid Transmission Business  

We have an exciting opportunity for an operations manager to join the Smart Infrastructure Electrification and Automation business and lead the Transmission Portfolios across all project phases including client engagement, proposals, delivery, as-builts, warranty and post-contract support. In this role, lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complete engineering solutions within customer parameters (safety, cost, time, functionality). Drive continuous improvement and maintain project delivery excellence. 

This role will be based out of our Hebburn office, 2-3 days per week on a hybrid working basis.  Travel between Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle offices and UK client sites will also be required as the need arises. 

Key responsibilities 

  • Establish and implement business strategy and direction for our Smart Infrastructure, Electrification and Automation business’ for our Transmission Portfolios in collaboration with Senior Leadership, Engineering Managers and Portfolio Leads 
  • Manage portfolios of projects including category C projects, including schedule, budget, risk, change and resource allocation 
  • Maintain senior-level customer relationships and identify sales opportunities 
  • Oversee design performance across all projects using key performance indicators 
  • Review and approve tender proposals, ensuring value for money, competitiveness and profitability 
  • Support in the management of external engineering capabilities to handle peak workloads 
  • Monitor cost, time and quality of design delivery 
  • Drive new initiatives and challenge existing standards and processes 
  • Facilitate cross-discipline collaboration and continuous improvement 
  • Conduct competitor analysis and market trending to maintain competitive advantage 
  • Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and health and safety legislation 
  • Engage with international Siemens business units on best practice, regional reporting and future improvements 

Required qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree / NVQ Engineering qualification, or extensive industry experience and knowledge 
  • Demonstrated experience in a Senior Project Management role with business responsibilities including excellent commercial accumen 
  • Validated experience designing electrical High Voltage systems including Protection and Control Technology 
  • Track record managing multi-disciplinary teams 
  • Demonstrated success developing and managing sub-contract partners 
  • Professional experience in the Transmission and Distribution industry 
  • Knowledge of CDM Regulations, current Health and Safety legislation and risk management processes 
  • Strong analytical skills to understand customer business needs 
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills 

What can we offer?  

Hybrid Working: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements  

Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%.  

Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days.  

Performance-Based Bonus: Enjoy an annual bonus linked to the company's performance 

We are fully committed to providing equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives thrive. We embrace the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world—because we know that a diverse set of minds drive innovation. So that we can support you to be your best during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements. 



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