Package Manager in Milton Keynes

About the Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. EKFB is recruiting for a Package Manager to join our team based in Milton Keynes.

Responsibilities

• The RW Package Manager will be responsible for managing relationships with EKFB and key Routewide (RW) suppliers for the manufacturing, delivery and installation of products, ensuring the timely delivery of high‑quality materials, and supporting our commitment to excellence.
• Provide a central point of contact within the EKFB organisation between EKFB Projects and Key Suppliers, ensuring cross‑functional coordination with internal delivery teams including quality, engineering assurance, procurement, production and logistics to align supplier capabilities with business needs.
• Reconcile programme inputs and needs from the sections to provide an operational RW schedule/programme to suppliers and ensure regular RW progress meetings with them.
• Identify clashes, nodes and peaks between sections, suggest alternatives and priorities to mitigate them, consolidate supplier section outputs to RW level and report to EKFB and SLT on performance.
• Ensure knowledge sharing, good practice and feedback between sections, develop improvements and efficiencies with best‑for‑programme approach and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to guarantee consistent supply of quality materials.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, ensuring they meet our quality, delivery and service standards and conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Resolve supplier‑related issues and disputes in a timely manner to minimise operational disruptions.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions and supplier innovations to drive strategic sourcing decisions.
• Monitor, coordinate and manage logistics in accordance with the Contractor’s requirements, address supplier claims and support Cost Variation Reconciliation and strategy with the Commercial Team, and also monitor, coordinate and manage quality control and progressive assurance.

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Essential

• Experience in package, supplier or supply chain management within major infrastructure, civil engineering, rail or highways projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple suppliers and coordinate complex delivery programmes.
• Good understanding of programme planning, logistics and supplier performance management.
• Knowledge of quality assurance, supplier audits and continuous improvement processes.
• Commercial awareness, including claims, change control and variation management.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical and risk management capabilities.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to project delivery.

Desirable

• Experience working on HS2, EKFB or similar major infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing routewide or multidisciplinary work packages.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and major project commercial processes.
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Professional membership or working towards accreditation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits. Flexible working arrangements are welcomed and discussed if required.

Inclusion and Equality

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to be an exemplar employer of choice and to continue to strengthen our inclusive working environments, where everyone feels they truly belong and can bring their whole and authentic selves to work.

Pre‑employment Checks

We will undertake the relevant and standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes applying for references, checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) security clearance will be required as part of the onboarding process.