Reports to:Senior Manager Installations
Location:London - Heathrow
Contract Type:Permanent
Introduction to role
Vanderlande is a global market leader in material handling systemsoperatingacross airportlogistics warehousing and parcel distribution. Within the Project Execution department - Airports the Installations Group Leader plays a pivotal leadership role across the UK & Ireland (UK&I) project portfolio reporting to the Senior Manager Installations EU-LATAM.
The Installations Group Leaderis responsible forleading the UK&I Installation site management team and ensuring the safe efficient and high-quality execution of all construction work packages. Acting as a Safety Champion and guardian of best practice the role drives a strong safety-first culture and ensures that all construction-related activities are delivered in line with company standards industry regulations and right-first-time installation principles.
Role Responsibilities
This position combines strategic oversight with operational leadership. The Installations Group Leaderorganises drives and manages construction execution through the strategic and tactical leadership of a multi-disciplined site management team. Working closely alongside the UK&I Construction Leaderwho focuses on the operational delivery of siteactivitiesthe Construction Leader acts as the right hand to the Installations Group Leader ensuring day-to-day execution aligns with the wider strategicobjectives. This partnership enables strong operational control whilemaintaininga clear focus on continuous improvement and long-term performance.
Beyond project delivery the Installations Group Leader serves as a key conduit between the airport installation teams and senior leadership supporting the implementation of strategic initiatives and positively influencing efficiencies across both the Installation function and wider business units. The role strengthens internal and external customer interfaces promoting collaboration alignment andstandardisationto safeguard project success.Ultimately theposition contributes to delivering the strategic roadmap and positioning the UK&I Installation teamasglobal leaders in installation excellence.
Your responsibilities and activities will include:
Serve as the single point of contact for the CCregardingall project resourcing matters.
Oversee projects during the sales phase by estimating hours and budgets and defining setup planning installation andlogisticsstrategies.
Ensure Viresiscontinuouslyaccurateand up to date.
Monitor project performance in line with the Project Installation Preparation Overview.
Optimizeworkforceutilizationby prioritizing contractors whereappropriateand maximizing the billability of payroll employees without compromising project quality or timelines.
Proactively plan for project downtime by aligning with team members onobjectives milestones and defined deliverables.
Assess and account for the impact of resourcing decisions on other planned activities.
Control costs by mitigating unnecessary expenses and minimizing overall spending.
Prepare teams for effective cross-cultural collaboration particularly with the UK Installation Team by encouraging structured project kick-offs to align UK and EU team members.
Maintain team stability by minimizing unnecessary changes within project teams.
Promote personal development and actively support career progression foridentifiedteam members.
RoleQualification and Skills
Experience in successfully line managing large teams during delivery of large and complexbrownfieldprojects in a demanding environment with proven results
Successfulproven construction industry knowledge and execution through each phase of a project lifecycle ranging from pre-construction through to handover
Experience in management of a multi-functional team interfacing with peers whereappropriate chairing team meetings and proven leadership experience. Adept at conflict resolution
Awareness of CDM 2015 Regulations and HASWA 74.
Experienced in strategic and tactical delivery supporting best practice and defining functional standards
Demonstrated stakeholder management experience interfacing with airport operations airlines project deliverypartnersand third-party contractors
Ability to create robust site planning
Experience planning and executing installation activities within constrained operational windows including night shifts phasedworksand possession-based delivery
Experience working in compliance with strict airport authority regulationsairside permittingsystems and security clearance protocols
Successful provenin team development
Implementation of new ways of working based on continuous improvementprincipals
Familiarity with Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) standards processes and Capital Delivery governance frameworks
Contract and Project Management Awareness
NEBOSH General Certificate(or willing to obtain)
Higher Level technicalor businessqualification or related discipline
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.K. and willing to travel.
What we offer
28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
Bupa Medical Cover
YuLife Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gainYucoinsthat can be swapped for shopping vouchers
A challenging work environment with lots of opportunitiesofcareer progression.
Cycle to work scheme
Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers
Pension with Aviva
Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equalopportunity/affirmativeaction employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race religioncolor national origin gender sexual orientation age maritalstatusor disabilitystatus. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying we are always happy to discuss or explore any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.
Vanderlande is the global market leader for value-added logistic process automation at airports, and in the parcel market. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses. ... The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers' business proc ... View more