Head of Delivery - Sustainable Transport

Job Description

Head of Delivery - Sustainable Transport
West Midlands, Hybrid working, Competitive benefits package

An opportunity has arisen for a strategic leader to step into the pivotal role of Head of Delivery for Sustainable Transport. As Head of Delivery, you will be responsible for spearheading and managing the detailed design and construction of a groundbreaking multi-modal road investment programme.

This is a senior, strategic, and high-impact role which would be well suited to a Civil Engineer with a passion for delivering large capital projects. It is offered on a hybrid working basis with three days a week onsite and the remainder working remotely.

The role
Ensure the delivery of all projects, meeting predefined scope, timelines, and financial targets
Lead a dynamic, multi-agency team overseeing the development and construction of major road infrastructure projects, with an annual spend responsibility of approximately £40 million
Forge and sustain collaborative relationships with colleagues, local authorities, funding bodies, and diverse stakeholders to align projects with the relevant requirements
Provide technical leadership, steering the supply chain, and championing innovative procurement and commercial strategies for cost-effective project delivery
Direct the activities and performance of consultants, professional service providers, and contractors, ensuring efficient, timely, and cost-effective progress
Lead the preparation and delivery of comprehensive reports for senior management, elected members, committees, and the Local Cabinet
Collaborate with key stakeholders and elected members to champion Roads projects within local communities.

About you:
Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Proven experience in delivering large-scale, technically complex engineering projects
Extensive experience in commissioning technical services through strategic procurement
Demonstrated and thorough working knowledge of NEC4 and NEC3 contract options

Benefits include:
Salary of £71,855 to £77,030
12.4% pension contribution
28 days annual leave – not including bank holidays
Option to purchase up to 10 days annual leave
Employee Assistance Programme
SmartTech - buy the latest technology through your payroll
3 paid volunteer days a year
My Money Matters - access to a Shared Cost AVC
Corporate gym membership