Shafts Lead (Tunnels & Civils)

Description

Shafts Lead - Major Infrastructure Project

Location: NW London

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to 100,000 + comprehensive benefits package

TRIbuild Solutions are working in partnership with a leading infrastructure delivery organisation to recruit an experienced Shafts Lead for a major UK infrastructure programme based in NW London.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for the delivery of complex shaft and underground construction works across multiple assets.

Role Overview

The Shafts Lead will take overall responsibility for the planning, management and delivery of shaft-related works, including shaft sinking, adit mining, tunnel connections, reinforced concrete structures (including secondary lining), and associated underground works.

You will lead a team of Project Managers responsible for multiple shaft assets, managing the full lifecycle from design development and pre-construction through to construction, commissioning, handover and completion.

Key Responsibilities

Define and implement the delivery strategy for all shaft and underground works

Lead, manage and develop Project Managers and multidisciplinary site teams

Oversee programme, cost, quality and safety performance across all shaft assets

Ensure works are delivered in line with design, methodology and contractual requirements

Drive a strong health, safety and quality culture across the project

Manage interfaces with tunnelling, structures and wider project teams

Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Identify and mitigate construction and programme risks

Ensure lessons learned and best practice are embedded across delivery teams

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience in a senior delivery role on major infrastructure projects

Strong background in shaft sinking, tunnelling or complex underground works

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assets and teams concurrently

Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong understanding of health, safety, quality and programme control

Ability to operate effectively in complex, high-pressure environments

What's on Offer

Salary up to 100,000 per annum

Comprehensive benefits package (including a Grade 6 car or 6,850 allowance, travel expenses, 2,500 London weighting, DC pension up to 10% matched, private healthcare, and 25 days' holiday plus birthday leave.)

Permanent role on a high-profile UK infrastructure programme

Opportunity to lead critical works within a major project environment

Long-term career progression and professional development

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Leon Simmons at TRIbuild Solutions or submit your CV.

Ad ID: 5417744831