Operations Manager

About the role

A recruitment agency is looking, on behalf of its client, a well-established and growing company in architecture, design and project development, for an Operations Manager. The role is hands-on and multifaceted, working closely with senior management to improve operational efficiency, monitor project progress and manage deadlines, resources and priorities. It sits close to the CEO.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and monitor several ongoing projects, including schedules, timelines, priorities and deadlines
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, suppliers and other stakeholders, and track deliverables and milestones
• Allocate and monitor resources and provide regular project status reports to senior management
• Oversee daily operations, set up and improve procedures and reporting systems, and monitor workloads and timesheets
• Identify ways to improve productivity, organisation and cost efficiency, and support senior management in operational decisions
• Monitor project budgets, expenses and resource use; assist with financial reporting, cost tracking and basic accounting, and prepare reports in Excel
• Maintain project documentation, contracts, approvals and correspondence, and liaise with suppliers and authorities

Required profile

• Previous experience in operations management, project coordination or project management
• Fluency in Greek and English, written and spoken
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage competing priorities
• An advantage: experience in architecture, construction, engineering or design, and reporting directly to senior management

Required skills

• Familiarity with accounting principles, financial reporting and budget monitoring
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience with project management software, planning tools or ERP systems is an advantage

What we offer

• Salary of up to €2,200 gross per month, paid over 12 months, plus a performance-based bonus
• Working hours 08:30–17:00 with a 30-minute break
• Opportunities for professional development and increased responsibility