Head of Billable Works Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and delivery-focused Head of Billable Works to lead and enhance the performance of a significant regional programme valued at approximately £150 million. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring strategic oversight and hands-on operational engagement to ensure effective delivery across multiple projects and teams.

The successful candidate will bring exceptional programme leadership experience, proven delivery capability on large-scale budgets (£75m+), and a relentless drive for excellence and accountability. This role will suit an individual who thrives under pressure, inspires high performance, and leads cultural and operational change from the front.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Leadership:

• Oversee the delivery and performance of a £150m+ portfolio of works across the South West region, ensuring quality, cost, and time objectives are met or exceeded.

• Operational Delivery:

• Take a hands-on approach to driving day-to-day delivery, ensuring issues are addressed early and momentum is maintained across all projects.

• Financial Oversight:

• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance of the regional programme, ensuring commercial viability and value for money.

• Performance & Culture:

• Lead cultural and behavioural improvements within teams—building accountability, collaboration, and delivery excellence.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process enhancements that improve productivity, consistency, and delivery outcomes.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build trusted relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and effective communication.

• Team Leadership:

• Inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results across the region.

About You

You are a high-energy, delivery-driven leader with a proven record of success managing complex programmes at scale. You thrive in fast-paced environments, maintain a laser focus on outcomes, and bring both strategic thinking and operational discipline.

You are:

• Hands-on and accountable – equally comfortable leading from the front and engaging in the detail to keep delivery on track.

• Commercially astute – experienced in managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial performance.

• A cultural leader – capable of shaping behaviours, improving performance, and embedding continuous improvement across teams.

• Results-oriented and resilient – someone who refuses to fail, thrives on challenge, and delivers under pressure.

• Ambitious and proactive – motivated to make a tangible impact and progress further in a growing organisation.



Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven track record managing programmes or portfolios of £75m+ (ideally £100m+).

• Strong experience leading delivery within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

• Demonstrated success in improving operational performance and delivery culture.

• Excellent financial management, commercial awareness, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Background in construction, infrastructure, estates, or a related sector (highly desirable).