Conrad Consulting is proud to be partnering with a leading professional services organisation delivering major programmes across the UK’s infrastructure and built‑environment sectors. As part of their continued expansion, we are seeking an accomplished Engineering Manager to take on a pivotal leadership role within a growing technical assurance function.
The Opportunity
This is an exceptional position for a senior engineering professional who thrives in multidisciplinary environments and enjoys shaping high‑performing teams. You will play a central role in developing and guiding a newly established technical assurance capability—working across all engineering disciplines to support strategic decision‑making, strengthen governance, and ensure engineering excellence across a complex operational landscape.
Your overarching purpose will be:
To lead and coordinate engineering expertise across multiple disciplines, providing strategic direction, technical oversight, and confident decision‑making as the technical assurance team continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide leadership across all engineering disciplines, ensuring cohesive, consistent, and high‑quality technical decision‑making.
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Shape and support the development of a new technical assurance team, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing culture.
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Offer authoritative engineering guidance to senior stakeholders, project teams, and operational leads.
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Oversee engineering governance, ensuring robust processes, standards, and assurance activities are embedded across programmes.
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Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, identifying opportunities to enhance performance, safety, and compliance.
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Act as a key interface between engineering teams, programme leadership, and wider organisational functions.
About You
You will bring:
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Significant experience in engineering leadership within infrastructure, construction, defence, manufacturing, or similarly complex environments.
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Previous experience within the defence sector would be beneficial
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A strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering environments and the ability to coordinate diverse technical inputs.
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Proven capability in technical assurance, engineering governance, or senior engineering management.
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Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to guide decision‑making at senior levels.
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A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to build and develop high‑performing teams.