Head of Department Manchester

Head of Department - Manchester

Weseekto move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an awardwinning global leader in architecture engineering and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cuttingedge technology to deliver exceptional client value and as a certified Great Place to Work we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

As part of Woolpert Murphy Geospatial A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatialexpertiseacross Europe supporting complex infrastructure property manufacturing utilities and naturalenvironment projects through worldclass data capture verification and governance.

Position Overview

As Head of Department for our Manchester region you will oversee the strategic direction performance and development of the department. You will lead a multidisciplinary team drive operational excellence and ensure the successful delivery of highquality geospatial projects.
This is a key leadership role central to strengthening client relationships expanding our presence in the North West and fostering innovation across the business. Based in our Manchester office with hybrid flexibility you will work closely with the Managing Director UK and other senior leaders.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team including surveyors CAD technicians utilities/CCTV specialists and digital experts fostering a strong culture aligned with company values.
• Oversee project delivery from scope to invoicing ensuring quality efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Manage resources resolve operational challenges and maintain high delivery standards.
• Manage subcontractor oversight approvals and invoicing.
• Build strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Strengthen our regional presence and represent the company at industry events and meetings.
• Drive innovation champion improved workflows and support digital transformation.
• Monitor departmental performance manage budgets and ensure HS&E compliance.

What You Will Bring

• Ability to work out of our Manchester office (with hybrid options).
• Strong background in surveying or a related field with solid understanding of digital construction technologies.
• Degree in surveying or related discipline; Masters degree beneficial.
• Proven senior leadership experience complex project environments
• Strong knowledge of geospatial instruments workflows and systems.
• Health Safety & Environmental training (SPA RAMS lone working etc.).
• Full rights to work in the UK.
• Ability to travel nationwide as required.

Key Attributes

• Selfmotivated with the ability to work independently and lead new initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Positive flexible and collaborative approach to work.
• Strong planning and problemsolving skills.
• Proven commercial awareness and ability to build business cases for innovation and efficiency.

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial A Woolpert Companyyoulljoin a collaborative and innovative team where yourexpertisemakes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits packagealigned to your experience
• Access to cuttingedge geospatial technologyand industryleading tools
• Flexible working optionsdesigned to support worklife balance
• Enhanced wellbeing supportincludingemployeeassistanceinitiatives
• Opportunities within a growing globally connected organisationthrough our partnership with Woolpert
• Principal Programme:Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performancerelated bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equalopportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit train and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information see our EEO resources.

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