Infrastructure Lead – Highways & Drainage
Salary: ~£100,000 + Bonus + Route to Board Directorship
Location: Central London
----------------------------------- About the Company
An independent transport and infrastructure consultancy based in Central London, delivering high‑quality transport planning, infrastructure design, drainage and flood‑risk services. They work across a diverse project portfolio including major residential developments, garden villages, commercial schemes, city‑centre regeneration, walking and cycling infrastructure, bus‑priority schemes and complex multi‑modal design.
The business operates with a specialist, close‑knit team and a collaborative culture where senior staff remain actively involved in delivery. They are also an Employee‑Owned Trust, ensuring staff have real influence over the direction of the company and benefit from a supportive, development‑focused working environment.
----------------------------------- The Role: Infrastructure Lead
The consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Infrastructure Lead to head up and expand the infrastructure discipline. This is a key strategic position with a clear route towards Board‑level Directorship for the right individual.
You will lead a team delivering highway and drainage design, development‑led engineering solutions, active‑travel schemes and early‑stage technical input across a wide range of projects.
----------------------------------- Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a team of around 10 engineers and technicians
* Grow and develop the infrastructure division, including recruitment and resourcing
* Report directly to the Board, contributing to strategic growth and operational planning
* Provide hands‑on input to highways design, drainage strategy, SuDS and development infrastructure
* Oversee technical reports, feasibility studies, detailed design packages and engineering deliverables
* Develop strong relationships with clients, local authorities, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
* Support business development and work winning where suitable (not essential)
----------------------------------- About You
* Approximately 20+ years’ experience in highways, drainage and infrastructure engineering
* Previous experience in a similar leadership or discipline‑lead role
* Strong technical background and able to remain hands‑on with daily project delivery
* Skilled in team leadership, resource management and technical oversight
* Comfortable reporting at senior/board level
* Work winning experience beneficial but not required
----------------------------------- Package
* Circa £100,000 salary
* Bonus scheme
* Clear progression path to Board Directorship
* Hybrid working and strong professional development support