Civils Delivery Lead

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions. Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

The Civils Delivery Lead will have full responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of a multi-disciplinary civils team supporting house building and infrastructure works. This role covers operational leadership, commercial performance, safety, quality, recruitment, and capacity planning across all civils activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Work alongside Project Managers to ensure multi-disciplinary teams are capable of delivering the pipeline of work.
• Site Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations across all self-delivery construction sites, managing the relevant General Foremen.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Implement and enforce health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment for all personnel on-site.
• Resource Management: Coordinate with internal resource management and site personnel to ensure the availability of resources and materials needed for the project.
• Budget Control: Monitor project expenses and expenditures to ensure adherence to the budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities where possible.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high-quality standards throughout the construction process, conducting inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Problem-solving: Identify and address any issues or obstacles that arise during construction, implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate site personnel, providing guidance, support, and training as needed to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project activities, including daily progress reports, change orders, and correspondence with stakeholders.

Key Delivery Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the civils delivery team across multiple sites or work fronts.
• Take full accountability for programme, quality, cost, and safety performance.
• Develop and maintain delivery plans, labour strategies, and plant requirements.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and competency management of operatives and supervision.
• Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, company standards, and client specifications.
• Manage commercial performance including budgets, cost control, variations, and productivity.
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring zero harm and full compliance with H&S legislation.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and quality.
• Support weekend working and overtime planning as required.

Skills & Experience:

• Significant experience in construction management, with a proven track record of successfully managing construction projects of varying scales and complexities.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques, as well as familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards. SMSTS required as a minimum.
• Health and Safety Certification: Certification in health and safety management (e.g., NEBOSH or IOSH) is often required to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, subcontractors, and site personnel.
• Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals. Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary construction teams.
• Organisational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Qualifications: A relevant degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is typically required, although equivalent experience may be considered.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite, as well as familiarity with building information modelling (BIM) software, is advantageous.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience delivering works for house builders, utilities, or major infrastructure.
• Temporary Works Co-ordinator.

Driven by values, powered by inclusion. At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong.

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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