Head of Engineering

PSR Solutions Ltd; East Hagbourne, Greater London; On-site; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

Exposure to varied civil projects

Attractive benefits package

Job summary

PSR Solutions Ltd. is recruiting an experienced Head of Engineering to lead engineering operations across a portfolio of civil and infrastructure projects in the UK.

You will set technical standards, drive delivery performance and develop high-performing teams, including Site Engineers and Engineering Managers. Based on the M3/M4 corridor, Didcot, Berkshire, and the North and West London areas, this senior leadership role offers strategic influence and accountability for safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Chartered status (ICE) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering function across multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic engineering leadership and technical direction to project teams.
• Oversee engineering delivery, ensuring projects are delivered in line with specifications, programme and budget.
• Manage and develop engineering teams, including Site Engineers, Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers.
• Ensure robust engineering processes, procedures and standards are implemented across the business.
• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project delivery.
• Oversee design coordination, technical submissions and engineering solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams, resolving complex engineering challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a strong engineering culture throughout the business.

Skills

Senior engineering management

Lead engineering teams

Civil engineering expertise

Construction project delivery

Communication & stakeholders

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Engineering to lead and develop engineering operations across a portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Operating across the M3/M4 corridor, covering Didcot, Berkshire and the North and West London areas, this is a senior leadership opportunity for an established engineering professional looking to take ownership of engineering delivery, technical standards and team development. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery, driving engineering excellence and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Head of Engineering or established Engineering Director looking to take on a senior leadership role within a respected civil engineering contractor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering function across multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic engineering leadership and technical direction to project teams.
• Oversee engineering delivery, ensuring projects are delivered in line with specifications, programme and budget.
• Manage and develop engineering teams, including Site Engineers, Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers.
• Ensure robust engineering processes, procedures and standards are implemented across the business.
• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project delivery.
• Oversee design coordination, technical submissions and engineering solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams, resolving complex engineering challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a strong engineering culture throughout the business.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered status (ICE) would be advantageous.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in a senior engineering management position within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Previous experience leading engineering teams across multiple projects.
• Strong technical background in civil engineering, infrastructure or groundworks.
• Experience managing engineering delivery on complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, design coordination and technical compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to work closely with operational and commercial teams.

Pay range and compensation package

• Salary: Up to £110,000 + Package
• Attractive benefits package.
• Senior leadership position with significant responsibility.
• Opportunity to shape and develop the engineering function.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.