Managing Director - Infrastructure Asset Management

1w1 week ago

OMERS

London, GB · Full-time · £250,000 – £450,000

About this role

OMERS Infrastructure is a pioneer and global leader in infrastructure direct investing with over 25 years of experience. The Managing Director, Asset Management drives hands-on operational optimisation and transformation across the European asset portfolio, focusing on transport and rail infrastructure. This senior leadership role combines direct operational engagement with Board-level advisory.

The role involves spending meaningful time on-site at assets, working side-by-side with management teams. Review operational plans, interrogate KPIs, and accelerate performance improvement initiatives. Ensure initiatives move at pace without destabilising core operations.

Join over 100 dedicated infrastructure professionals across offices in New York, Toronto, London, and Sydney. Manage over C$40 billion in investments in clean energy, transportation, digital infrastructure, power, utilities, and essential services. Embody values of 665,000 members in a purpose-driven global investor.

Accelerate your growth and development in a workplace that empowers impact and embraces diversity. Prioritise wellness, build connections, and support communities. Personalise your employee journey to deliver your best.

Requirements

Proven operational transformation playbook in infrastructure assets
Deep experience in transport and rail infrastructure operations
Hands-on experience working side-by-side with asset management teams
Credibility to constructively challenge operational plans and KPIs
Board-level advisory experience on optimisation and cost reduction
Track record of accelerating performance improvements without destabilising operations
Expertise in European infrastructure asset portfolios

Responsibilities

Lead and execute hands-on operational optimisation and transformation initiatives across European transport assets
Spend significant time at asset level, reviewing operational and business plans
Analyse and challenge KPIs, cost structures, and operational performance
Identify root causes of underperformance and opportunities for acceleration
Work side-by-side with management teams to execute improvement initiatives at pace
Advise Boards and senior stakeholders on operational optimisation, cost reduction, and transformation priorities
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operational efficiency, resilience, sustainability, and cost optimisation
Provide active oversight of asset performance, including operational and financial metrics