Lead Engineering Manager

Job Title:

Lead Engineering Manager - Civils & Stations

Location:

UK Wide (with significant travel required)

Contract Type:
Contract (Inside IR35, via Umbrella only)

Duration:
Ongoing long-term project

We’re seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Manager to oversee a team of NEC3 Supervisors working on a major UK infrastructure programme across Civils and Stations. This is a leadership‑focused role requiring someone who can provide technical direction, ensure delivery excellence, and champion quality across multiple work streams.

• Lead and manage a team of NEC3 Supervisors, ensuring consistent application of standards and procedures.
• Oversee competency, reporting, and performance KPIs across the supervisory function.
• Promote best practice in engineering supervision and drive continuous improvement.
• Attend and contribute to the Quality Leadership Forum, sharing insight and lessons learned.
• Manage implementation of disallowed cost processes for defects across contracts.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and contractor organisations to ensure alignment and collaboration.

• Proven experience leading NEC Supervisor teams on major civil engineering or infrastructure programmes (mega‑project experience preferred).
• NEC3 Supervisor accreditation (essential).
• Strong understanding of NEC contract principles, quality management, and defect resolution.
• Skilled in performance management, reporting, and cross‑functional coordination.
• Confident communicator capable of building rapport with senior stakeholders across multiple contractors.
• Willingness to travel extensively across project sites and regional offices.

This is a pivotal role for an experienced engineering leader looking to make an impact on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes, ensuring quality, consistency, and performance across delivery teams.