We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and grow a high-performing delivery team across Ireland.This is a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for overseeing operational and commercial performance across a strong and expanding project portfolio. With a healthy secured order book and a robust unsecured tender pipeline, this is an exciting opportunity to drive growth across major investment programmes.The RoleReporting at senior executive level, you will:Lead multiple Contracts Managers delivering complex infrastructure projectsOversee full commercial performance and operational excellence across the portfolioEnsure safe, efficient, high-quality self-delivery of worksDrive client relationships at a senior levelSupport and lead business development activitiesContribute strategically to continued growth across IrelandThis role is structured approximately:25% Managing Down - leading, mentoring and driving performance of Contracts Managers and delivery teams75% Managing Up & Outward - client engagement, commercial oversight, and business developmentProject & Portfolio OverviewCurrent live portfolio managementPipeline growing toward €100m+ project valuesStrong secured order bookHealthy unsecured tender pipelineSignificant long-term investment work across IrelandMajor infrastructure programmes underwayAbout YouProven experience in an Operations Director / Senior Operations roleStrong self-delivery background (essential)Experience managing Contracts Managers and multi-project portfoliosCommercially astute with strong P&L oversight capabilityComfortable operating at both strategic and operational levelsStrong client-facing and business development capabilityExperience delivering infrastructure or major capital projects in IrelandWhy Apply?Join during a period of sustained growth and investmentStrong pipeline and long-term programme securityOpportunity to lead major electrification and metro projectsSenior leadership position with real influence and impactThis is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of a business unit at a pivotal stage in its evolution.The foundations are firmly in place - strong reputation, established client relationships, and a capable delivery team - but the next phase requires strategic leadership. The incoming Operations Director will have the autonomy to shape structure, influence direction, and leave a lasting imprint on the Irish operation.You will be joining a specialist organisation with deep technical expertise and the backing of a wider group, offering both stability and entrepreneurial freedom. The culture is delivery-focused, relationship-driven, and ambitious - with senior leadership that values empowerment over micromanagement.For the right individual, this role offers more than oversight - it offers legacy. The chance to build, refine and scale an operation in a market that is evolving rapidly, while operating at a board level and playing a visible role in the company's long-term success.If you are motivated by influence, growth, and the opportunity to shape something substantial, this is a platform worth serious consideration.Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.