We are looking to strengthen our Delivery team with a Head of Programme Construction based at our Peterborough office with hybrid working available and travel across the region
As our new Head of Programme Construction, you will take a strategic and influential leadership position, overseeing major and minor construction projects across the region. You’ll ensure our work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality — driving excellence from early solution development through to operational handover.
This is a role for a proven leader who can inspire multidisciplinary teams, nurture collaboration, manage complex programmes and embed innovation and safety at every stage.
What You’ll Lead
Strategic Leadership
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Lead regional construction delivery through a team of Heads of Construction.
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Maintain oversight of end-to-end construction performance across a major investment programme.
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Champion a positive, open, and inclusive culture where safety and continuous improvement thrive.
Programme Delivery
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Provide governance and consistency across all construction programmes.
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, to budget and to exceptional quality standards.
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Represent construction at senior Alliance forums and influence key delivery decisions.
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Monitor and manage supplier and subcontractor performance.
Commercial & Contractual Excellence
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Maintain strong cost control, forecasting and commercial governance.
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Support supplier selection, contract management and value-driven negotiations.
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Ensure all contractual and compliance obligations are met.
Stakeholder Leadership
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Build strong relationships across Anglian Water, Alliance partners and key external stakeholders.
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Support resource planning and capability development across all construction functions.
Innovation & Sustainability
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Drive improvements in productivity, waste reduction and embodied carbon.
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Lead constructability reviews and fit-for-assembly processes to enhance safety and buildability.
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Embed digital and innovative approaches into project delivery.
Safety First – Every Day
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Lead compliance with CDM, HSWA and all relevant SHEQ standards.
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Promote a zero-accident ethos and ensure consistent safety performance across all sites.