Operations Manager

Operations Manager, Hybrid – Watford

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
 Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.

Position Overview

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager within our Digital Engineering Department. This is a key leadership role supporting a fast-growing, multi-disciplinary team delivering projects across infrastructure, aviation, mission-critical and property sectors.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Department and work closely with Digital Delivery, Sales and wider Operations teams. The role is primarily remote, with regular collaboration across the UK team and occasional presence in the Watford office and on-site as required.

What You Will Do

• Take ownership of survey operations across multiple concurrent projects


• Plan and manage resource allocation (staff, subcontractors and equipment) with short- and medium-term forecasting (2–4 weeks ahead)


• Coordinate closely with the Digital Delivery team (CAD/BIM/processing) to ensure smooth handover from site to final deliverables


• Act as a key client interface, ensuring clear communication, programme alignment and high service quality


• Ensure efficient mobilisation of site teams, including RAMS, logistics and compliance


• Drive on-time, on-budget delivery, working closely with the Head of Department, Finance and Sales


• Support and enforce QA processes, ensuring data meets agreed specifications, tolerances and client standards


• Enable operational teams to perform efficiently through clear planning, communication and problem solving


• Support continuous improvement of processes, particularly around planning, QA and delivery workflows


• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and development of survey staff


• Line manage and mentor team members where required


• Undertake site/survey activities where needed to support delivery

What You Will Bring

• Degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geospatial, or related discipline


• Proven experience in a senior operational or project management role within surveying or geospatial


• Strong understanding of survey workflows, including data capture, point clouds and downstream deliverables (CAD/BIM)


• Experience managing multiple projects and teams in parallel


• Familiarity with client environments and standards (e.g. infrastructure, aviation, or mission-critical)


• Experience with resource planning and subcontractor management


• RICS, ICES or similar accreditation (desirable, not essential)


• Willingness to travel across the UK when required


• Full Rights to Work in the UK

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience


• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools


• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance


• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives


• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert


• Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.


• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.

Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact [email protected]

Agency Notice

Please do not contact any employee of Woolpert or its subsidiaries about this requisition. Agencies not engaged by the Woolpert Talent Acquisition Team will not be eligible for fee payment.