Operations Director, Projects

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR, PROJECTS – ELTEK INTEGRATE

Location: Voluntari, Ilfov, Romania
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Location: Office-based / Project sites

WHO WE ARE

ELTEK Integrate is a technology and systems integration company based in Romania, part of the AVITECH Group, with a subsidiary in Luxembourg.

For more than 25 years, our teams have been designing, installing and maintaining low-voltage electrical, security, Audio-Visual and IT&C systems for professional environments across Europe.

Our expertise covers corporate offices, campuses, hotels, hospitals, logistics platforms and critical infrastructure.

We work with leading technology manufacturers and partners, including Absen, Biamp, Bosch, Cisco, Crestron, Extron, Leyard, Logitech, QSC, Samsung, Sharp, Shure and Unilumin, delivering integrated solutions that are reliable, scalable and built to last.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for an Operations Director, Projects to lead the delivery of our project portfolio and ensure that every project is executed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As Operations Director, Projects, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of ELTEK Integrate’s project portfolio, from contract handover to final acceptance and warranty.

You will lead project managers, site coordinators, technical teams and subcontractors, and work closely with executive management, sales, engineering, procurement and finance.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who combines strong operational discipline with people leadership and a clear focus on results.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of all ELTEK Integrate projects across Romania and, where required, internationally.
• Manage, develop and motivate the project management, site and technical teams.
• Ensure the correct handover of awarded contracts from sales and pre-sales to execution.
• Plan and allocate human, technical and material resources across the project portfolio.
• Monitor project budgets, margins, cash flow and financial performance.
• Ensure that projects are delivered according to contractual scope, schedule and quality requirements.
• Define, implement and continuously improve project delivery processes, standards and KPIs.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics to ensure timely supply of equipment and materials.
• Select, coordinate and evaluate subcontractors and external partners.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety, quality and environmental requirements on all sites.
• Act as a senior escalation point for customers, partners and internal teams.
• Manage project risks, change requests, claims and contractual issues.
• Oversee commissioning, testing, final acceptance and project closure documentation.
• Support the sales team with execution input for offers, tenders and major opportunities.
• Prepare regular operational and financial reports for executive management.

ITEMS TO CONSIDER

• This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for the company’s entire project portfolio.
• The role requires regular presence on project sites and occasional travel within Romania and abroad.
• You will manage multiple projects, teams and priorities in parallel.
• Some projects take place in construction or critical infrastructure environments with strict requirements.
• The role reports directly to executive management.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for an experienced operations leader with a strong technical background, a hands-on approach and a proven ability to deliver complex projects through people.

Must-Haves

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project delivery within systems integration, electrical, low-voltage, MEP, IT&C or construction projects.
• At least 5 years in a management role leading project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, margins and portfolio performance.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, execution, commissioning and contractual management.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing customer relationships at senior level.
• Solid understanding of health and safety, quality and technical compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• University degree in engineering (electrical, electronics, automation, telecommunications or related field).
• Fluent Romanian and English.
• Valid Category B driving licence.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in AV, IT&C, security, fire detection or building automation projects.
• Experience with public sector and EU-funded projects.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA or similar).
• Experience implementing processes, KPIs and ERP-based project controls.
• Knowledge of ISO, ISand ISmanagement systems.
• International project experience.
• Additional language skills, especially French and German.

WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING HERE

• Competitive salary, aligned with your experience and current market levels.
• Performance bonuses and sales commissions.
• Lead the operations of a well-established systems integration company with more than 25 years of experience.
• Have a direct impact on company performance, processes and growth.
• Work on large, complex and technically challenging projects.
• Lead experienced and dedicated technical and project teams.
• Work with recognised technology manufacturers and solutions.
• Be part of the AVITECH Group, with operations in Romania and Luxembourg.
• Work closely with executive management in a professional, performance-oriented environment.
• Build a long-term leadership career as the group continues to grow.

Apply now and join ELTEK Integrate.

How to Apply: Send your CV to [EMAIL / APPLICATION LINK] with the subject:

Operations Director, Projects – ELTEK Integrate