Senior Site Lead - Major Rail & Tunnels Project

HS2 Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

Job summary

HS2 Ltd is seeking a qualified site professional to join the Midlands region in Birmingham. You will lead planning for delivery of works, coordinate resources and logistics, and supervise day-to-day site activities from construction through to close-out, ensuring contract requirements are met.

You will mentor the on-site team, coordinate with subcontractors, and advise the commercial team on NEC notices and instructions. Strong technical knowledge and regulatory awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree holder or equivalent.
• Proven experience in managing subcontractors and working with a major contractor.
• Excellent team player and team leader with strong coordination.
• Strong on technical details and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and planning for the delivery of the works, including resources, logistics, access, and construction readiness documentation.
• Manage, coordinate, and supervise day-to-day site activities from construction through to close out and ensure works meet contract requirements.
• Manage, supervise, train and mentor site team members to maintain operational control and support their development.
• Oversee site supervision including subcontractors’ performance and alignment with project milestones.
• Manage internal and external interfaces with regards to the execution of the works, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
• Advise and assist the commercial team in the preparation of all necessary contractual notices and instructions (under NEC contract).
• Review, approve and manage the correct implementation of Method Statements Risk Assessments, and undertake periodic reviews.
• Prepare Temporary Works Design Briefs and Coordinate Temporary Works on site.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Coordination

Technical attention to detail

CDM 2015 knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

HS2 Ltd is seeking a qualified site professional to join the Midlands region in Birmingham. You will lead planning for delivery of works, coordinate resources and logistics, and supervise day-to-day site activities from construction through to close-out, ensuring contract requirements are met.

You will mentor the on-site team, coordinate with subcontractors, and advise the commercial team on NEC notices and instructions. Strong technical knowledge and regulatory awareness are essential.