Construction Management Lead

Veolia; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company in the UK is seeking an Energy Projects Delivery Lead to manage teams and deliver energy projects efficiently. Responsibilities include overseeing construction phases, ensuring compliance, and developing strategies to foster business growth. Candidates should possess a degree in construction or engineering and experience in managing high-performing teams. This position offers a salary of £75,000 plus benefits, including generous leave, pension schemes, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

24-hour access to a virtual GP

One paid day of leave for volunteer work

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent in relevant construction or engineering discipline.
• Experience leading direct reports for high-performing Construction Management Team.
• Experience in business development to maintain Customer Focus.

Responsibilities

• Managing 5‑15 direct reports and 10‑30 indirect reports.
• Delivering construction and commissioning phases of energy projects.
• Providing expert advice on compliance and design for manufacture.
• Conducting monthly and annual resource planning.
• Developing construction and procurement strategies.

Skills

Business Acumen

Financial Management

Project Management

Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Construction or Engineering

Formal qualification in Construction Site Management

Job description

Salary: £75,000 per annum, plus £550 per month car allowance and competitive annual bonus.

Location: Home (West Midlands)

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As an Energy Projects Delivery Lead you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day of leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

• Managing 5‑15 direct reports and 10‑30 indirect reports across 50‑100 opportunities per year with £50m annual revenue conversion and £3m P&L responsibility
• Delivering construction and commissioning phases of IWE energy projects safely, on‑time, within budget, and to design/quality specifications with minimal customer and operations disruption
• Providing subject matter expert advice on CDM and BSA compliance, DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly)
• Conducting monthly tactical and annual strategic resource planning, balancing permanent and contingent workers, and recruiting to fill gaps and support business growth
• Developing construction strategies, procurement and contracting strategies with Supply Chain and Legal teams, and maintaining strategic relationships with key supply chain partners

What we're looking for

• Degree level qualification or equivalent in relevant construction or engineering discipline and formal qualification in Construction Site Management
• Experience of leading direct reports to ensure a high‑performing Construction Management Team
• Experience of business development to maintain Customer Focus
• Advanced level skills in Business Acumen, Financial Management, Project Management, and Relationship Management

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.