Delivery Lead / Manager in Leiston, Suffolk

Are you ready to lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects and help shape a sustainable future? Do you have proven experience managing large, complex civil engineering programs within highly regulated environments? Join us in a role that offers both the challenge of landmark projects and the opportunity to contribute to a net-zero future—where your leadership and expertise can truly make a difference.

This role provides the chance to lead a major section of one of the UK’s flagship infrastructure projects, directly supporting the UK’s Net Zero ambitions. You will work within a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration, fostering a culture that encourages professional growth, diversity, and flexible working arrangements. Recognized for its commitment to employee well-being and ethical excellence, the company stands out by offering a supportive environment where ambitious talent can thrive, backed by comprehensive benefits and a focus on work-life balance.

As a Senior Delivery Leader, you will oversee the delivery of large-scale civil works on a prestigious project, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Your responsibilities include managing project teams and stakeholders, coordinating multi-disciplinary efforts, and driving continuous improvement. You will report to the Site Delivery Director, acting with delegated Principal Contractor responsibilities, and will be pivotal in delivering major civil structures, networks, and buildings within the project framework. Your daily actions will involve planning, resource allocation, risk management, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including CDM obligations.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Proven delivery leadership within complex, highly regulated environments, preferably within nuclear or heavy civils sectors.
• Strong background in reinforced concrete, formwork systems, and major structures.
• Experience with EPCM delivery, contract management, procurement, and commercial close-out.
• Robust project controls skills including risk, schedule, change, and earned value management.
• Knowledge of nuclear site licensing regimes such as ONR/EA, and safety culture principles.
• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE/IStructE/CIOB) preferred.
• Project management certification (APM, PRINCE2) beneficial.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.