Head of Shafts (Civils) Lead - Major Infrastructure Programme
London | £70,000 to £82,000 + Package | Leadership Role within Tier-One Delivery Team
A leading joint venture delivering one of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes seeks a senior construction professional (Head of Shafts) to lead all civils activity across a portfolio of shafts and headhouses within a key tunnelling delivery unit. This is a senior appointment within a multi-billion-pound programme central to the nation's transport future.
Role Overview
As the Head of Shafts (Civils) Lead, you will direct all phases of shaft design and construction, including temporary works, shaft sinking, SCL works, secondary linings, and associated FRC structures. The role governs interface with tunnelling operations, ensuring programme, cost, quality, and safety objectives are met in line with client assurance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead strategic and operational planning for shaft construction and associated civil works.
Drive delivery of multiple concurrent shaft projects, ensuring integration with TBM and tunnelling activities.
Oversee design development and assurance of temporary and permanent works.
Enforce construction quality, cost, and schedule compliance across all sites.
Manage contractor performance and strengthen supply chain relationships.
Champion health, safety, and environmental excellence across all operations.
Maintain robust stakeholder engagement, ensuring transparent reporting and alignment with project objectives.
Identify and implement efficiency, innovation, and value-engineering initiatives.
Essential Requirements
Degree in Civil Engineering.
Minimum 10 years' experience in heavy civils, tunnelling, or underground construction.
Proven leadership of major, complex UK infrastructure projects.
Strong project management background with experience overseeing multiple sites
Recent experience within a contracting or construction engineering environment.
Full understanding of UK safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Competence with project management systems for scheduling, cost, and performance tracking.
Desirable Attributes
Advanced engineering qualification (MSc, CEng, or equivalent).
Demonstrated success driving innovation in tunnelling or shaft methodologies.
Benefits and Career Development
Starting salary of £70,000 to £82,000
£6,500 car allowance
London Weighting Allowance (£2,500)
25 days leave + bank holidays
Private pension contribution
Private healthcare
Hybrid working arrangement
Strategic leadership position within a nationally significant programme.
Exposure to cutting-edge tunnelling and civils delivery methodologies.
Defined progression pathway within a globally recognised infrastructure partnership.
This is an exciting opportunity to take a lead role on a high profile, major infrastructure project. As an employer, my client promises rapid career progression, a competitive package and the support of an experienced and friendly team. Get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group if you'd like to know more: (phone number removed) / .
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