Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a high-performing and digitally capable

Production Operations Manager & Systems Coordinator

to take ownership of project delivery across engineering contracts within our dynamic business. This is a senior operations role involving project planning, digital systems coordination, client interface, financial oversight, and compliance tracking.

You will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to ensure contracts are delivered efficiently, safely, and profitably, while supporting the strategic growth of the business.

Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd delivers tailored fabrication and installation services to the Food & Drink, Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors across the UK and Ireland. Our reputation is built on technical excellence, quality craftsmanship, and dependable project delivery from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Project Management

Lead the full contract lifecycle from pre-award through to handover, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and compliance are met. Align contract deliverables with internal capacity, procurement, and production schedules.

Digital Systems & Performance Tracking

Implement and manage digital platforms for project tracking, hour utilisation, KPI monitoring, and reporting. Identify underperformance or risks early and deploy improvement actions.

Client & Commercial Management

Act as primary point of contact with clients and key stakeholders. Manage reporting, claims, change orders, and payment applications. Track project budgets and provide real-time financial visibility.

Operational Coordination

Liaise with internal planning, procurement, and fabrication teams to synchronise delivery against contract milestones. Monitor progress using planning systems and ensure labour and materials are aligned with current and upcoming works.

Compliance & HSE Ownership

Maintain responsibility for project compliance documentation including RAMS, COSHH, and toolbox talks. Ensure that systems of work and quality assurance processes are followed, recorded, and continually improved.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Provide structured monthly reporting to the senior management team, highlighting delivery metrics, cost performance, risks, and improvement actions. Lead the resolution of any recurring issues or inefficiencies across the delivery lifecycle.

Candidate Profile:

Minimum 5 years' experience in project, contract, or operational management in an engineering, construction, or fabrication environment Strong commercial acumen with experience managing cost, claims, and client expectations Skilled in digital tools (e.g. Excel, MS Project, ClickUp, SharePoint, ERP/MRP systems) Proven leadership and communication skills Able to read engineering drawings and understand scope detail Familiar with H&S, QA, and compliance documentation management Relevant qualifications (e.g. HND/Degree, IOSH/SSSTS/SMSTS) are advantageous

What We Offer:

Competitive salary (DOE) Senior role with visibility and strategic input A digital-forward environment with real scope to shape how work gets delivered Involvement in diverse, multi-sector engineering projects Career progression and development in a fast-growing business
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This is your opportunity to take ownership of real engineering delivery, from contract award to successful handover. If you thrive on responsibility, coordination, and commercial success, we invite you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Please describe to me how you can deal with planning and co-ordination between different departments to meet the demands of production
Experience:

Welding/Fabircation: 4 years (required) Project coordination: 2 years (preferred) Project management: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person