Digital Engineering Project Leader

Wates; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Digital Engineering Project Leader to oversee project planning and coordination. Ideal candidates will possess expertise in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Digital Engineering technologies. Responsibilities include managing scope, cost, and schedule while providing technical support and quality assurance. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including extensive learning opportunities and family leave benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Profit Share

Private Medical

Generous employers’ pension contribution

26 days holidays + Birthday off + bank holidays

Industry leading family leave benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading Digital Engineering and Project Management.
• Comfortable presenting to diverse audiences.
• Strong understanding of ISO 19650 standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and coordination of Digital Engineering activities.
• Act as a primary representative for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with BIM standards and integration of DFMA principles.
• Lead and develop the Digital Team while ensuring quality outcomes.

Skills

Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Digital Engineering technologies

Exceptional communication skills

Leadership

Job description

SES are looking for a Digital Engineering Project Leader to join the SES team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Regional Technical Director, the Digital Engineering Project Lead is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and management of all Digital Engineering and pre-fabrication activities across assigned projects. The role ensures that these activities are delivered within the agreed scope, budget, and timeline, supporting the successful execution of projects and contributing to the overall efficiency and innovation within SES processes.

As the Digital Engineering Project Lead, some of the key responsibilities will include:

• Project Coordination and Representation: Act as the primary Digital Engineering representative at the project level for both internal and external stakeholders, managing all related activities for the SES Business Unit.
• Scope, Cost, and Programme Management: Oversee and align the scope, budget, and timeline of Digital Engineering, coordination, and prefabrication work with the original proposal.
• Technical Support and Quality Assurance: Provide design and coordination advice across all project stages, ensuring technical quality, compliance with BIM standards, and integration of DFMA principles.
• Team Leadership and Strategic Support: Lead and develop the SES BU Digital Team, support strategic Digital Engineering initiatives, and ensure adherence to ISO19650 accreditation standards.

We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader with exceptional communication skills to influence stakeholders, contribute to digital strategy, and manage digital performance. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Building Information Modelling (BIM), Digital Engineering technologies, ISO 19650 standards, and modern construction methods. They should be comfortable presenting to diverse audiences, supervising project teams, and ensuring high-quality, value-driven outcomes are delivered on time and within budget.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & Profit Share
• Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, generous employers’ pension contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + your Birthday off + bank holidays and much more…
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
• Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

SES are committed to the fair treatment of people with criminal records, including employees and potential employees. We ensure that our recruitment, promotion, and retention activity does not treat people less favourably because of an offending background.

Basic Check

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting