Overview
Westlakes Recruit is recruiting for the Head of Infrastructure Functional Assurance to support the delivery of a major infrastructure regeneration and improvement programme in a complex, high-hazard environment. This senior leadership role will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery, assurance, and continuous improvement of critical infrastructure functions across a large-scale programme.
Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of assurance processes across project engineering, design, quality, construction, and asset management functions
* Oversee wider business support services, including HSE, IT services, and security, ensuring standards, governance, and delivery meet programme objectives
* Deploy functional leads into project teams to ensure capability, compliance, and best practice are embedded in all areas of project delivery
* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, delivery partners, and customers to support programme success
* Leverage external expertise to enhance internal capabilities, creating a legacy of best practice beyond the life of the programme
* Influence at senior levels to ensure clarity, direction, and the right resources are in place to achieve the programme\'s vision and objectives
* Co-lead operational relationships with customers and agencies at appropriate levels
About You
* Significant experience in major project delivery and assurance activities in regulated environments
* A strong technical background in engineering or a related field, ideally within high-hazard manufacturing or large-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) programmes
* Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship skills at a senior level
* Experience delivering operational excellence in complex programme and project environments
* The ability to balance quality, risk, compliance, and business performance when making decisions
* Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build trust across all levels
* Experience leading change, managing teams, and driving continuous improvement
* A degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
* Knowledge of major infrastructure investment programme management and delivery best practices
* The ability to travel within the UK, with occasional global travel if required
Additional Information
* Applicants must be able to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Some roles may require higher levels of national security vetting, which typically require 5-10 years of continuous UK residency
* This role requires a problem-solving mindset, flexibility, and the ability to work in both collaborative and challenging environments
* Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are at the heart of our recruitment process. We value the unique skills and perspectives each individual brings
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