Operations Delivery Manager
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£500 - £500 Daily
Contract/Project
Operations Delivery Manager - Utilities (Electricity Connections)
📍 Reading / West London
💼 Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 options available)
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an Operations Delivery Manager to support delivery across key electricity connection projects within a DNO, covering up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL) works.
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for operational performance across civils, reinstatement, and OHL functions.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the operational lead across multi-disciplinary delivery teams
Oversee civils, reinstatement, and OHL departments, with direct line management of relevant managers
Ensure efficient, safe, and commercially viable project delivery
Drive performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement across operations
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across projects and business functions
About You
Proven experience in a senior operational role within utilities, ideally electricity connections
Strong background in delivery of underground (up to 11kV) and/or OHL (33kV) projects
Demonstrable leadership experience, managing teams and driving outcomes
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project economics
Confident decision-maker with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Location & Working Pattern
Split between Reading and West London offices
Flexible working arrangements may be available
Package
Permanent: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Contract: Day rate negotiable, Outside IR35 (depending on experience)
Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
To find out more about Progressive please visit
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
📍 Reading / West London
💼 Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 options available)
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an Operations Delivery Manager to support delivery across key electricity connection projects within a DNO, covering up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL) works.
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for operational performance across civils, reinstatement, and OHL functions.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the operational lead across multi-disciplinary delivery teams
Oversee civils, reinstatement, and OHL departments, with direct line management of relevant managers
Ensure efficient, safe, and commercially viable project delivery
Drive performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement across operations
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across projects and business functions
About You
Proven experience in a senior operational role within utilities, ideally electricity connections
Strong background in delivery of underground (up to 11kV) and/or OHL (33kV) projects
Demonstrable leadership experience, managing teams and driving outcomes
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project economics
Confident decision-maker with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Location & Working Pattern
Split between Reading and West London offices
Flexible working arrangements may be available
Package
Permanent: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Contract: Day rate negotiable, Outside IR35 (depending on experience)
Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
To find out more about Progressive please visit
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Reference: 225181901
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Operations Delivery Manager
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£500 - £500 Daily
Contract/Project
Operations Delivery Manager - Utilities (Electricity Connections)
📍 Reading / West London
💼 Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 options available)
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an Operations Delivery Manager to support delivery across key electricity connection projects within a DNO, covering up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL) works.
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for operational performance across civils, reinstatement, and OHL functions.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the operational lead across multi-disciplinary delivery teams
Oversee civils, reinstatement, and OHL departments, with direct line management of relevant managers
Ensure efficient, safe, and commercially viable project delivery
Drive performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement across operations
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across projects and business functions
About You
Proven experience in a senior operational role within utilities, ideally electricity connections
Strong background in delivery of underground (up to 11kV) and/or OHL (33kV) projects
Demonstrable leadership experience, managing teams and driving outcomes
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project economics
Confident decision-maker with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Location & Working Pattern
Split between Reading and West London offices
Flexible working arrangements may be available
Package
Permanent: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Contract: Day rate negotiable, Outside IR35 (depending on experience)
Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
To find out more about Progressive please visit
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
📍 Reading / West London
💼 Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 options available)
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an Operations Delivery Manager to support delivery across key electricity connection projects within a DNO, covering up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL) works.
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for operational performance across civils, reinstatement, and OHL functions.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the operational lead across multi-disciplinary delivery teams
Oversee civils, reinstatement, and OHL departments, with direct line management of relevant managers
Ensure efficient, safe, and commercially viable project delivery
Drive performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement across operations
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across projects and business functions
About You
Proven experience in a senior operational role within utilities, ideally electricity connections
Strong background in delivery of underground (up to 11kV) and/or OHL (33kV) projects
Demonstrable leadership experience, managing teams and driving outcomes
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project economics
Confident decision-maker with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Location & Working Pattern
Split between Reading and West London offices
Flexible working arrangements may be available
Package
Permanent: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Contract: Day rate negotiable, Outside IR35 (depending on experience)
Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
To find out more about Progressive please visit
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Reference: 225181901
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