My client are Wicklow based, nearly 60 years old and a market leader in the mechanical and structural engineering field. What marks them as the go to company for data center / pharma clients is their ability to design, manufacture and install. They provide certainty to their clients supply chain. As part of their continued growth and expansion they require a great COO who wants a long term opportunity to grow as a professional and be an integral part of my clients success. Reporting to the MD the COO will help create shareholder value by providing the vision, leadership, strategy and general management skills necessary to grow the company. The COO will develop an open and communicative relationship with the MD and Board providing informal and formal updates on Company performance, management direction and decisions. Help drive quality and profitability to meet or exceed company objectives Create clarity of roles and accountability for performance within the business Assess organizational structure and recommend changes for optimization and efficiency Develop appropriate KPIs to measure and predict performance top line growth, efficiency, etc. Partner with senior leadership team to evaluate current strategies of organization to ensure continued growth and success Continually drive innovation within operations The successful candidate will have the following background and experience: A strong understanding of how the Data center market operates would be a distinct advantage. A strong technical background coupled with a strong knowledge of modern design methods including modular construction methods. A clear vision of what it will take to be successful in the role including the metrics that will drive the business forward and how they will be achieved. Previous leadership experience at least at a senior team level within the construction / engineering field. A track record of managing profitability at least at a major project level. The successful candidate will have the following competencies: They will have a passion and interest in the success of the business, which will drive them and bring others with them. They will have the ability to quickly earn respect and trust from all stakeholders internal and external for their leadership capability as well as their knowledge of the business married with the needs of the marketplace. If you are a senior construction / engineering professional with the above experience and qualities then my client has the career move for you. The opportunity to help lead, drive and become part of a continuing success story. This is a 5 days a week ,8am to 5.30pm onsite role at my clients facility in Wicklow. Skills: Project Management Design experience Data centre knowledge Construction Management Perfromance management Business Strategy Engineering Production Benefits: Performance Bonus Pension Healthcare contribution Car allowance