Head of Engineering and the Built Environment

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Birmingham is looking for a strategic leader to take on the role of Head of Engineering and the Built Environment. This position involves influencing curriculum, enhancing student experience, and guiding departmental performance within a forward-thinking institution. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in academic leadership with a strong focus on Engineering and Construction education. This is an exciting opportunity to shape future engineering talent in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in Academic Leadership within Higher Education is essential.
• Strong teaching background in Engineering or Built Environment required.
• Commitment to applied and inclusive education expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and student experience.
• Ensure excellence in teaching and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage staff and resources effectively.

Skills

Academic Leadership

Curriculum Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Higher Education Qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Head of Engineering and the Built Environment

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £66,625 per annum (Fixed)

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

University College Birmingham is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and forward-thinking academic leader to join us as Head of Engineering and the Built Environment for our University curriculum.

This is a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, industry-relevant education that supports student success and addresses the evolving needs of the Engineering and Construction sectors.

Working closely with the Dean of STEM, you will lead on curriculum development, student experience, and departmental performance-ensuring excellence in teaching, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. You will manage staff, resources, and planning processes to deliver a dynamic and responsive educational offer, including apprenticeships and professionally accredited programmes.

We are looking for an individual with experience in Academic Leadership within Higher Education, a strong teaching background in Engineering or the Built Environment, and a commitment to applied, inclusive, and forward-looking education.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious institution; if you are ready to help shape the next generation of engineering talent, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 13th July 2025.

Interview Date - TBC.

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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Head of Engineering, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Lecturer, Engineering Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Construction Teacher, HNC/D Lecturer, will also be considered for this role.