Head of Technical Projects

Lead High-Impact Technical Projects - Head of Live Technical Projects
Shape the Future of Mission-Critical Infrastructure
Are you a seasoned professional with a strong background in commissioning and technical project delivery? Our Client is looking for an exceptional Head of Live Technical Projects to lead a skilled team in delivering complex, high-profile builds.
The Role:
✔ Lead & Deliver: Oversee the technical execution of large-scale infrastructure projects in live environments.
✔ Manage & Mentor: Guide a talented team of six, including a Commissioning Manager and Engineers.
✔ Client Liaison: Serve as the main technical contact, ensuring top-tier client satisfaction.
✔ Maintain Standards: Enforce rigorous compliance with design and commissioning protocols.
✔ Drive Project Success: Handle planning, stakeholder engagement, and on-site operations.
What our Client is looking For:
Commissioning Expert: A proven track record in commissioning is essential.
Leadership Experience: Ability to inspire and direct internal teams and external stakeholders.
Industry Know-How: Strong background in mission-critical infrastructure projects.
Experience in pharmaceutical, oil & gas, or high-tech industrial environments (such as data storage or centres and processing facilities) is highly advantageous, particularly so as you will need a strong understanding of mechanical engineering, design calculations, pipework, and electrical systems.
Sharp Communicator: Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills, as you will be part of the Management team and be Client facing
Strategic Thinker: Commercially aware with a forward-thinking mindset.
Qualifications & Experience:
Engineering degree (BEng) in a relevant field.
⚙ Previous experience in a Senior engineering role within mission-critical industries.
Good working knowledge and previous experience of working in a senior leadership position managing large high value (£millions) live technical projects.
Why Join our Client ?

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience.
  Work on cutting-edge projects with a dynamic, supportive team.
  
• Deemed as a leader in their industry
  
• Working within a SME with a strong corporate presence, with a team of likeminded individuals.
  Ideal for candidates based in Swindon, Gloucester, or Reading, due to site locations.
  
• There is a career progression for this person as it is envisaged that this role will then lead into the role of Technical Director for the business in the future.
  If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and are ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
  Apply today and take the lead in shaping the future of mission-critical infrastructure.
  To ensure that your application receives the fullest possible attention, it is essential that you consider carefully the role that you are applying for, please ensure that your CV contains all relevant information about yourself in relation to the specific role advertised. This is important as in the present economic climate, we are receiving huge amounts of applications and thus it will help your application if your CV and covering letter state all relevant information clearly. Due to this unprecedented increase in applications, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each application personally (which would normally be our preferred method of communication). Hence, if you do not hear from us within one week, we regret you must conclude on this occasion your application for this role has been unsuccessful, we will, however, keep your details for any future opportunities that we may deem you suitable for.
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