Head of Construction
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Head of Construction
Weymouth, Dorset – Hybrid | £78,000–£85,000 + Bonus + Benefits
An established UK engineering organisation is seeking an experienced construction leader to drive operational delivery and strategic growth across its expanding overseas and UK construction programmes.
As Head of Construction, you will be responsible for all active construction operations. Your remit will cover project execution, resource planning, risk mitigation, quality assurance, and commercial performance across a diverse and challenging project portfolio. Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will also contribute to business development and long-term capability planning.
This is a high-impact role requiring excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and a strong command of NEC4 contract management within complex environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all active construction projects from mobilisation through to handover
Ensure delivery to programme, cost, and quality across UK and international sites
Drive compliance with NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) standards
Represent the organisation at a senior level in client and subcontractor meetings
Support capture and bidding of new construction opportunities
Maintain a proactive approach to safety, quality, and operational risk
Develop and lead the construction management team including resourcing and succession planning
Prov...
- Location:
- Weymouth
- Salary:
- £78,000 - £85,000 /annum
- Category:
- Construction