Project Lead – Site Development & Underground Utilities
Project Lead – Site Development & Underground Utilities
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Project Lead to oversee the delivery of site development and underground utilities projects from initial planning through to completion. This role will suit a technically confident professional with strong commercial awareness, excellent organisational skills and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a construction, infrastructure or engineering environment.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of site enabling works, earthworks, drainage, roads, utilities and associated infrastructure.
- Manage projects against agreed programmes, budgets, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
- Coordinate design development, surveys, permits, technical approvals and construction information.
- Work closely with contractors, consultants, utility providers, statutory authorities and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor progress on site, identify risks and resolve technical, logistical and commercial issues promptly.
- Review contractor performance, valuations, variations, claims and project documentation.
- Ensure works comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, environmental requirements and approved designs.
- Provide clear progress reporting, maintain accurate records and support effective project governance.
About you
You will have substantial experience delivering civil engineering, infrastructure or site development projects, with a strong understanding of underground utilities, ground conditions, temporary works and construction sequencing. Experience working on complex or high-value developments, including live sites and constrained environments, would be advantageous.
A relevant qualification in civil engineering, construction management or a related discipline is preferred. Professional membership or recognised project management training would also be beneficial. You should be comfortable interpreting technical drawings, specifications and programmes, and have the confidence to challenge issues and make well-informed decisions.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, alongside a practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving. The successful candidate will be proactive, commercially aware and committed to delivering safe, high-quality results. A full driving licence and flexibility to travel between project locations may be required.
Project Lead – Site Development & Underground Utilities
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