Overview We are representing a top-tier contractor seeking a dynamic Utilities Engineering Director to lead the strategic and technical direction of their utilities division. This is a pivotal executive role, responsible for shaping engineering delivery across major infrastructure projects in water, electricity, and gas. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will influence business performance, drive innovation, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead high-performing engineering teams to deliver excellence across UK utility networks. Key Responsibilities * Strategic Leadership: Set and execute the engineering strategy for utility projects, aligning with business goals and client requirements. * Operational Oversight: Lead multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of fast-paced water and utility network projects, with a strong focus on pipe laying, service connections, and last-mile delivery. * Regulatory & Technical Assurance: Ensure robust compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks across all utility operations. * Stakeholder Engagement: Operate at senior level with clients, regulators, and internal executives to resolve high-impact issues and influence project outcomes. * Business Improvement: Develop and embed engineering governance, best practices, and performance metrics to drive continual improvement and commercial success. Qualifications & Experience * Degree-qualified in Engineering or a relevant technical field. * Chartered status (CEng) or Fellowship of an appropriate engineering institution preferred. * Strong leadership experience in utility infrastructure, particularly within WIRS-accredited environments, delivering real-world, on-the-ground projects in water distribution and service connections. * Deep knowledge of regulatory standards and the competitive utilities landscape. * Demonstrable experience directing large-scale, high-value projects from feasibility through to close-out. * Experience supporting bids and work-winning activities is highly desirable, particularly in a growing or fast-scaling contractor environment. * Full UK Driving Licence. Benefits * Executive-level remuneration and performance bonus. * Influence over high-value, nationally significant infrastructure programmes. * Opportunity to build and shape a top-tier engineering function. * Long-term career progression and strategic input at board level. If you're ready to lead at the highest level and drive engineering excellence across UK utility infrastructure, apply now to start the conversation