Head of Engineering Job at Morgan Sindall Plc (Coventry or Euston)

Head of Engineering

Morgan Sindall Plc

Location:
United Kingdom , Coventry or Euston

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Head of Engineering – Water, Aviation and Highways. We are looking for a Head of Engineering to lead the delivery of engineering management and quality control within the Water, Aviation and Highways business. This is a senior role reporting to the Water, Aviation & Highways Engineering Director. The Head of Engineering will have significant experience leading the delivery of both Temporary and Permanent Works Management and Engineering Assurance with proven success.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and provide a professional, comprehensive and sustainable engineering service for the BU
Have a proven track record of leading and delivering engineering requirements on complex projects within the water, aviation and/or highways sectors
Resolve complex technical problems in a timely manner as and when they arise
Lead Temporary Works Management for the BU
Ensure compliance with relevant Codes, Standards and Legislation
Manage and co-ordinate safely the overall engineering process bringing innovation and continuous improvement benefits to the projects at bid and delivery stages
Drive the quality control culture within the BU, ensuring effective quality control across projects from pre-contract to completion, and that all NCRs are appropriately investigated and closed
Champion Carbon reduction strategies in line with our Responsible Business objectives and lead on creating a net zero engineering culture in line with PAS2080
Role model positive leadership behaviours and drive a culture of engineering excellence
Manage and maintain effective project engineering resources and team profile to support bid and delivery stages
Mentor and coach engineers and technical staff
Develop and manage BU specific training for engineering staff

Requirements:

Educated to degree level or equivalent in Civil Engineering
Chartered Engineer or similar and participation in affiliated bodies for example Institution of Civil Engineers
Experienced in the management, surveillance and audit of engineering regimes
Experienced in the leadership of temporary works solutions and management on complex projects
Significant senior level involvement in large project tender teams including price and quality adjudicated bids
An understanding of commercial aspects including typical terms and conditions and procurement models and how they impact engineering delivery.

What we offer:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
Option to participate in our share-save scheme
discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
a support and advice service for colleagues and their families

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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