Senior Project Lead – Major Capital Projects (24 Month FTC)

Senior Project Lead – Major Capital Projects (24 Month FTC)

Full-Time 75000 - 85000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Flogas Britain

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a £100m+ energy infrastructure project and manage diverse stakeholders.
  • Company: Join Flogas, a dynamic team committed to energy innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, car package, bonus, and hybrid working options.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on energy transition while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in major capital projects and strong stakeholder management skills.

The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.

Join us at Flogas and we’ll do right by you with training, support, benefits, and lots of opportunities to develop in our 1,350 strong team. Flogas is powered by people who want to do energy right by customers in homes and businesses all across the country.

How you’ll power our business as a Senior Project Delivery Lead:

Flogas is seeking a Senior Project Delivery Lead to lead the delivery of a landmark £100m+ energy infrastructure programme at Avonmouth. This is a 24‑month fixed-term opportunity to take full ownership of a complex, high-profile development that is central to the company’s growth ambitions and energy transition strategy. The role will focus on delivering the Avonmouth Phase 2 programme from detailed engineering through to commissioning and start-up. It requires a senior leader capable of translating strategic intent into operational delivery, while managing a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders with competing priorities. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the Asset Development Director, with accountability for programme delivery, technical assurance, and stakeholder engagement across the full lifecycle of the project.

Key responsibilities include:

  • End-to-end delivery of the Avonmouth Phase 2 development programme
  • Management of EPC contractors from engineering through execution and commissioning
  • Oversight of Owner’s Engineer and Programme Management resources
  • Coordination of internal technical teams and seconded specialists
  • Managing interfaces with the existing Avonmouth site operations
  • Engagement with external stakeholders including regulators, utilities, landowners, and local authorities
  • Approval of key engineering deliverables and assurance of technical integrity
  • Contribution to commercial, risk, and investment discussions

The successful candidate will be based at Avonmouth, with regular on-site presence required to effectively lead delivery and stakeholder engagement.

What we’ll need from you:

We are seeking a senior leader with a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure or energy projects.

Essential experience:

  • Significant experience delivering major capital projects within energy, infrastructure, or comparable industrial sectors
  • Degree in engineering, science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional accreditation (e.g. Chartered Engineer, PMP) desirable
  • Proven track record managing large-scale EPC or multi-contractor project environments
  • Experience delivering high-value CAPEX programmes (typically £100m+)
  • Strong stakeholder management experience across internal leadership teams and external partners
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in technically complex environments
  • Experience providing technical oversight and assurance on engineering programmes

Relevant sector experience may include: LNG / LPG / cryogenic or hydrocarbon processing environments.

Senior Project Lead – Major Capital Projects (24 Month FTC) employer: Flogas Britain

At Flogas, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. Our hybrid working model in Bristol allows for flexibility while you lead significant energy infrastructure projects, backed by comprehensive training and a competitive benefits package, including a car allowance and bonus opportunities. Join our dedicated team of 1,350 professionals and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy in the UK.

Flogas Britain

Contact Details:

Flogas Britain Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Project Lead – Major Capital Projects (24 Month FTC)

Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Technical Oversight
EPC Management
Engineering Knowledge
Risk Management
Commercial Awareness