Project Director
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£74,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1139 (80% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £74,700, and VolkerWessels UK is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1122 (Production managers and directors in construction, Construction director role leading major civil engineering infrastructure projects). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.
As we continue to expand our presence within the energy market, we are playing a key role in delivering major electricity transmission and grid infrastructure projects that support the UK's energy future.As such, we are seeking an ambitious Project Director to lead the successful delivery of major energy infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to join a business with the capability, backing and ambition to deliver large-scale projects that leave a lasting legacy. Working alongside industry-leading professionals, you'll help shape the successful delivery of major National Grid, HVDC and energy infrastructure schemes.
This role will have a national scope, covering multiple projects across the UK.
About you
We're looking for a proven leader with the credibility, commercial acumen and technical understanding to lead major infrastructure programmes at the highest level.- Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng), MCIOB, ChPP or equivalent professional accreditation.
- Significant experience delivering major infrastructure projects, including significant leadership experience within the energy sector.
- Experience delivering National Grid transmission, HVDC, converter station, major cable or 275kV/400kV substation projects.
- Proven accountability for project safety, programme delivery, commercial performance, quality and P&L responsibility.
- Strong experience leading large multidisciplinary teams across project management, engineering, commercial and construction disciplines.
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance
- Flexible working opportunities
programme - Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with VolkerWessels UK, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. VolkerWessels UK holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1139 going rate of £74,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.