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This challenging and exciting opportunity as Major Projects Director requires a highly qualified professional possessing a strong technical background and demonstrable experience in operating as a senior leader within the power utility or high voltage (HV) power sectors.All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.A highly attractive basic salary, lucrative bonus earning potential, and extensive benefits package are on offer to the successful candidate, along with security and longevity of work. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required in the Midlands office, and UK-wide travel when necessary.Due to increased contract awards, a significant forward order workload, and a dedication to long-term profitable growth, our client seeks an experienced Major Projects Director for their power division. You will be a senior operational leader responsible for delivering multiple contracts, projects, and frameworks, contributing to business goals. You will provide expertise to the operations leadership team and the wider business to secure future work, identify and mitigate risks, and achieve operational excellence and delivery efficiencies.The PersonGraduate calibre with high technical competence, a relevant business qualification, and senior experience in recognized utility or HV power organizationsFully commercially aware, experienced in managing large budgets across dispersed regionsExcellent people management skills, along with advanced financial and organizational abilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of acting persuasively at a senior levelHighly customer-focused, anticipating the company's needsProactive in offering solutions to improve processes and efficienciesEffective task planning to ensure timely and standard-compliant completionCollaborative team player committed to delivering results and supporting colleaguesKnowledge sharing and role modeling to inspire othersThe RoleManage operations and teams delivering utility infrastructure servicesReport to the Managing Director, supporting priority setting, planning, and policy developmentOversee P&L, managing costs and operational efficienciesSupport stakeholder engagement with external parties (LAs, DNOs, Suppliers, Subcontractors)Drive project delivery to meet business expectationsDevelop and lead teams to meet KPIs, quality, and audit standardsSupport the development of standardized systems and processesOptimize resource utilization within the groupMentor staff to accept greater responsibility and accountabilityManage team headcount through retention and recruitmentCollaborate across teams to ensure clear communication and implementationEnsure customer satisfaction remains a priorityBuild and maintain relationships with clients and external stakeholdersMaintain commercial awareness of the businesss financial positionMonitor and report on financial and operational performance monthlyManage budgets and costs, supporting the commercial team in bidding and securing projectsEnhance operational processes and systems for value and qualityEnsure all technical work meets the highest standards of qualityOur ClientOur client aims to be the UK's leading provider of utilities and power infrastructure across sectors. They focus on sustainable growth, community and environmental respect, effective communication, safety, and integrity. Their mission is to be the Contractor of Choice, delivering outstanding customer service, quality, and value, first time, every time.We are committed to equal opportunities, ensuring fair treatment of all applicants based solely on their suitability for the role, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief, or nationality.#J-18808-Ljbffr