Operations Manager in Sydney

Why Join Georgiou – A STRABAG Company

Georgiou is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our NSW business and play a key role in shaping the delivery, growth and future direction of our infrastructure operations.

This role has been positioned as a critical leadership appointment, supporting the ongoing growth of the NSW business while providing a pathway for broader leadership responsibilities over time.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Georgiou—now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups—you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity.

For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

• Build impact that lasts – work on iconic projects shaping Australian communities.
• Grow without limits – access world-class training, mentoring, and career pathways across Australia and STRABAG’s global network.
• Flexibility that works for you – enjoy wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and support to help you stay connected to life beyond work.
• Belong and be supported – inclusive facilities like free hygiene products, parental and prayer rooms, and wellbeing programs.
• A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity, and Excellence guide everything we do.
• Reward for your work – competitive packages, annual reviews, and access to the Georgiou Perks discounts platform.

About The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will provide leadership across a portfolio of major infrastructure projects while helping drive commercial performance, client satisfaction and long-term business growth.

This role extends beyond project delivery.

You will be a trusted advisor to the business, contributing to strategic planning, strengthening client relationships and helping identify opportunities that position Georgiou for future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a portfolio of major infrastructure projects to achieve outstanding safety, operational and commercial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners and key industry stakeholders.
• Understand client needs and help position Georgiou for future opportunities and repeat work.
• Support business development initiatives through market intelligence, industry engagement and client relationship management.
• Provide strategic input into the growth and future direction of the NSW business.
• Partner with project teams to optimise project performance, forecast accuracy, contractual position, risk management and profitability.
• Drive consistency across project delivery, governance, systems and operational excellence.
• Mentor, coach and develop Project Managers and senior leaders while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Build leadership capability across the business through succession planning and talent development.
• Critically review project performance and implement actions that improve commercial, operational and client outcomes.
• Support tender reviews, project mobilisation and key project transitions.
• Contribute to workforce planning, resourcing and business planning initiatives.
• Your Skills And Experience

You are an accomplished infrastructure leader who combines strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen and people leadership with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

• You Will Bring
• Demonstrated success leading major complex D&C infrastructure projects within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor environment.
• Experience across major transport, water or similarly complex infrastructure sectors.
• Strong strategic capability and the ability to influence outcomes at both project and business unit level.
• Proven ability to build and maintain executive-level client and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to critically assess project financial performance, forecasts, contracts, risks and margins.
• Experience overseeing the performance of multiple projects and managing a portfolio of work.
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to build relationships, coach and develop high-performing teams while driving accountability.
• Confidence in setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback and navigating challenging conversations when required.
• Strong understanding of project establishment, mobilisation, governance, project controls and operational delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging risks, gaps and opportunities and drive appropriate action.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• We’re Committed to Inclusion

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists.

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