Operations Manager

Overview

Job Purpose

• Responsible for managing and improving the overall operational performance of the company across exhibitions, events, interior fit-out, and joinery projects.
• Ensure seamless coordination between departments including Sales, Estimation, Design, Procurement, Production, Logistics, Warehouse, and Project Management to achieve successful project delivery within approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Drive operational efficiency, resource optimization, process improvement, and team performance to support business growth and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across all departments involved in project delivery.
• Lead and manage Project Management, Production, Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse, and Site Operations teams.
• Ensure alignment between Sales, Estimation, Design, Procurement, Production, and Execution teams.
• Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Monitor project progress and ensure operational readiness for all ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Allocate resources, manpower, equipment, and materials efficiently across projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
• Monitor operational KPIs and prepare performance reports for management.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Oversee procurement planning, production scheduling, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination among all departments.
• Conduct regular operational meetings and project review sessions.
• Monitor project profitability, cost control, and resource utilization.
• Support management in strategic planning, operational forecasting, and business growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, contractual obligations, and operational standards.
• Work closely with Health & Safety teams to ensure compliance with HSE requirements across all sites and facilities.
• Resolve operational challenges, project risks, and interdepartmental conflicts.
• Monitor subcontractor and supplier performance to ensure project success.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Support client relationship management and ensure exceptional service delivery throughout project lifecycles.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in Operations, Project Management, or Business Operations.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong UAE experience within Exhibitions, Events, Interior Fit-Out, Joinery, Construction, or Manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience managing multiple departments and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of project execution, production workflows, procurement, logistics, and operational management.
• PMP, PRINCE2, Operations Management, or similar certifications are an advantage.
• UAE Driving License preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent operational planning and execution capabilities.
• Strong project management and resource allocation expertise.
• Budgeting, cost control, and profitability management.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and departments simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Process improvement and operational optimization expertise.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and accountability.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced project environments.

Why Join Elegant Qubes Group?

Application Question(S)

• How many years of UAE experience do you have in Exhibitions, Events, Interior Fit-Out, or Joinery?
• How many employees and departments have you managed directly?
• Have you managed Procurement, Production, Logistics, Warehouse, and Project teams simultaneously?
• What was the annual project value you managed in your previous role?
• Do you have experience with KPI reporting, operational planning, and profitability management?
• Do you hold a UAE Driving License?
• What is your current visa status and notice period?