Head of Engineering Projects

Role Overview

• Provide strategic direction and oversight across all programmes
• Shape and direct the planning, resourcing, prioritisation, execution, and delivery of engineering projects
• Build a high‑performing engineering organisation
• Drive the evolution of engineering capability and adoption of new technologies
• Forge strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and quality standards
• Manage engineering budgets and lead informed trade-off decisions
• Support the Sector VP in reviews and audits

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in managing engineering projects
• Strong technical background in engineering
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills
• Ability to drive innovation and change within engineering processes
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation
• Knowledge of Life Cycle Management processes
• Experience in risk management and quality assurance

Benefits

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.