Director - Major Infrastructure Delivery
Location: Surrey
Contract: 1 year Interim - Day Rate: £950
Directorate: Place
Reports to: Executive Director - Place
We are seeking a highly experienced Director for Major Infrastructure Delivery to lead the development, design, and implementation of large-scale infrastructure and highways improvement projects across Surrey. This is a unique opportunity to drive transformative change and make a tangible impact on residents and businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead major infrastructure and large highways improvement schemes.
* Oversee engineering design functions, utilizing both internal and external resources.
* Manage strategic supply chain relationships to ensure efficient project delivery.
* Drive collaboration and excellence in customer service while preparing for future challenges.
* Provide expert guidance to senior leadership, elected officials, and external partners.
* Spearhead the delivery of the River Thames Scheme, liaising with government and regional bodies.
* Ensure compliance with regulations, legislation, and environmental strategies, including LTP4 and the climate change agenda.
* Develop and implement strategies for community engagement and stakeholder collaboration.
What We Are Looking For:
* Extensive leadership experience in major infrastructure or highways projects within local government or large-scale organizations.
* A strong track record of delivering multi-million-pound capital projects.
* Proven expertise in engineering, transportation, environmental, or waste management.
* Deep understanding of local government operations, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder engagement.
* Outstanding relationship management and contract performance oversight.
* Ability to drive innovation, service transformation, and operational efficiency.
* Degree-level qualification with substantial management experience.
* Professional membership or CPD accreditation is desirable.
If you have the expertise, leadership, and vision to drive major infrastructure projects to success, we want to hear from you.
Apply now! To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.