Operations Manager – Digital Engineering

About the role

We are looking for an Operations Manager to join the Digital Engineering department of Murphy Geospatial in Dublin. The role will support prestigious geospatial projects across Ireland, reporting to the Head of Department and coordinating site‑to‑delivery activities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and manage resource allocation (staff, subcontractors, equipment) with short‑ and medium‑term forecasting (2–4 weeks ahead).
• Coordinate closely with project teams to ensure smooth handover from site to final deliverables.
• Act as a key client interface, ensuring clear communication, resource planning, programme alignment and high service quality.
• Oversee mobilisation of site teams, including RAMS, logistics and compliance.
• Support and enforce QA processes to meet agreed specifications, tolerances and client standards.
• Enable operational teams to perform efficiently through clear planning, communication and problem solving.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes, especially around planning, QA and delivery workflows.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and development of survey staff.
• Line‑manage and mentor team members where required.
• Undertake survey and inspection activities as needed to support delivery.

Required profile

• Degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geospatial or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a senior operational or project management role within surveying or geospatial.
• Strong understanding of survey workflows, data capture, point clouds and downstream deliverables (CAD/BIM).
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams in parallel.
• Familiarity with client environments and standards, particularly in infrastructure or mission‑critical projects.
• Experience with resource planning and subcontractor management.

Required skills

• Surveying
• Geospatial data capture
• Point cloud processing
• CAD/BIM
• Resource planning