Head of Engineering & Programme Delivery

Connected Kerb Ltd

Connected Kerb is looking for an experienced Head Engineering & Programme Delivery to join a thriving EV organisation leading the accelerated delivery of one of the UK’s leading and fastest growing EV charging infrastructure networks.

The Head of Engineering & Programme Delivery is a pivotal and critical role in Connected Kerb’s exciting and unprecedented expansion of EV charging infrastructure, both in the UK and overseas markets. Throughout the journey, you will be accountable for building a robust delivery programme consisting of a highly capable internal programme delivery team and critical external Design & Build Install Partners to deliver unprecedented growth in the new EV market.

This is an exciting, demanding and complex role that will grow and develop rapidly as Connected Kerb’s programme grows rapidly and will offer unique opportunities for advancement in the fast growing EV sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for Health, Safety & Environment across the build programme including assurance of CDM and related activities

• Accountable for CK’s electrical and civil engineering policy, strategy, design and execution

• To onboard and build strong collaborative relationships with Install Partners to enable the ramp up and delivery of the programme vs the investment plan

• Develop and embed the e2e design & build process Projects section, covering all aspects of how the team operates and how projects are planned and executed

• Provide strategic direction for Programme Delivery and effective leadership and project management to a wide number of projects including monitoring and controlling all financial, programming, quality matters and advise line management, project committees and other appropriate committees at the earliest opportunity of significant risk management issues as appropriate; all in accordance with the responsibilities of the respective Senior Project Managers.

• To be accountable for delivery against agreed financial and service targets and for the effectiveness and efficiency of programme & project delivery

• Review and manage the appointment procedures for third party supplier services, looking at issues such as work allocation, consultant/discipline performance and customer feedback all in a way to drive continuous improvement

• Promote a culture of pro-activity, innovation, transparency, collaboration and flexibility in all aspects of the work of Project Delivery

• Ensure CK’s Quality 3 Lines of Defence are adopted for quality across the delivery programme

• Establish external and internal benchmarks and appropriate KPIs as the basis for demonstrating the quality of Project Delivery

• Promote and support the development of partnership and integration within the Network Delivery function and the wider business

• Attract, develop and retain the right people to work in Delivery Programme while developing and retaining talent. Ensure that appropriate performance management and succession planning is in place

• To identify and prioritise the development and training needs for staff and agree PDPs, appraisal and training plans as necessary

• Ensure that there is appropriate and accurate management information available to all those who need it, covering all areas within the remit of Project Delivery

• Ensure collaborative working with other Heads of Department to ensure that services are delivered in a joined up manner

• Play a central role, in conjunction with the Chief Network Delivery Officer and other Heads of Department within the Division, in forward planning and strategy development for the function as a whole

• Maintain appropriate internal and external networks

• To constantly review the services provided, bench-marking it against that of our peers and introducing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

• To ensure that procurement is undertaken using best practice and value for money, ensuring compliance with corporate and legislative rules

• Ensure that the activities of Programme Delivery are safe and that they comply with applicable legislation and regulation

• Ensure that Projects are delivered in a cost effective and financially sustainable manner against targets agreed with the Chief Network Delivery Officer

Key competencies/behaviours:

Strategic Programme Leadership

• Ability to shape and deliver infrastructure programmes and projects

• Proven engineering leader with ability to problem solve and set strategic direction working collaboratively with senior peers in leading an organisation, initiating change and driving continuous improvement;

• Experienced approach to influencing senior stakeholders;

• Strong strategic and analytical skills;

• Ability to provide authoritative risk-based advice, acting as a source for the resolution of unique or complex problems – including managing client escalations and risks in a manner that commands confidence of senior stakeholders

Accountability and Commitment

• Encourages an external mindset that puts clients and market counterparties at the heart of everything we do;

• Commitment to collective decisions and team player mindset;

• Has authority and responsibility for all aspects of a significant area of work, including policy formation and application.

Performance and Development

• Sets and communicates contribution expectations, metrics and outcomes for the team

• Empowers and inspires team members to take stretch assignments

• Delegates appropriately – monitors progress and provides support, resources and cover

Execution and Results

• Reinforces the Company’s purpose and how each person contributes to it

• Focuses on identifying and championing integrated solutions for clients and stakeholders

• Involves colleagues with the right expertise to optimise decision making

Engineering & Innovation

• Proven value engineering to overcome delivery issues

• Thinks strategically to anticipate future trends and changing client needs

• Engages across the Company to learn from mistakes and find solutions

• Systematises and continuously improves processes as we grow, whilst minimising bureaucracy

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree qualified engineer, ideally Ch Elec Eng, with a proven track record of > 12 years leading programme delivery, ideally in energy or network infrastructure sectors

• Extensive experience of programme & project management ideally with APMP or equivalent

• Contractually and commercially capable to drive delivery performance.

• A highly collaborative leader able to build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally

• Experience leading infrastructure Health, Safety, Environment & Quality, including CDM

• Proven track record of implementing and driving NEC4 commercial contracts and successful procurement, onboarding and management of infrastructure construction partners

• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills to board level

• Track record of successfully managing project to time, quality and budget

• Proven capability in leading a team and managing change with a track record in building strong service network

• Ability to manage ambiguity and challenges presented by the start up environment

• Understanding of building electric vehicle charging networks desirable

• Guide and mentor to Senior Delivery Managers and oversee delivery of projects undertaken by them

• Understanding of solutions oriented individual, proactive in providing pragmatic advice and innovative services delivery.

• Record in developing long term partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience in understanding budgets and managing costs.

Must be eligible to work in the UK.

What we can offer you

• 28-days of annual leave, plus your birthday off and 1 volunteering day
• Hybrid working, we are a truly flexible working organisation
• Sustainable pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Continuous professional development to support your career growth
• A passionate team with regular social events!