Head of Construction
THE OPPORTUNITY
IGP is building the UK's leading solar and battery storage NSIP portfolio and we need a Head of Construction to lead the delivery of it.
This is a senior leadership role with real scope and real consequence. You'll own construction delivery across a portfolio of nationally significant infrastructure projects, from FID through to COD, while also shaping how pre-construction phases are structured and executed. You'll report directly to the COO, manage Project Directors and their teams, and be a key voice in how the company's construction capability is built for the long term.
If you're an experienced construction leader looking for a role where your decisions genuinely matter, and where you can help define what best-in-class looks like for UK renewable energy delivery, this is it.
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT
- Shape a market-leading construction function from the ground up – this is a genuinely formative leadership opportunity
- NSIP-scale portfolio: complex, high-value, nationally significant projects that demand the best
- Direct line to the COO and visibility at the most senior levels of the organisation
- Lead and develop Project Directors and their teams – real people leadership with lasting impact
- Influence both pre-construction and construction phases across the full portfolio
- A company that is genuinely committed to doing this well – the investment in talent and process reflects that
WHAT YOU'LL BE LEADING
You'll have end-to-end accountability for construction delivery across the IGP portfolio, spanning both the pre-construction and construction phases:
Construction Phase
- Own cost, programme, quality, and HSE performance across all projects, reporting to the COO
- Build, lead, and continuously improve the company's construction management system, execution strategy, and contractor management framework
- Drive KPI reporting to the COO, SLT, and project funders
- Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, DCO requirements, and real estate agreements
- Provide high-visibility on-site leadership across the portfolio – supporting Project Directors, strengthening contractor relationships, and holding the line on safety and quality
- Lead contract claims and settlement negotiations where required
Pre-construction Phase
- Lead project management from Ready-to-Build through to Notice to Proceed
- Interface across commercial, development, grid, engineering, procurement, and asset management to drive gating milestones
- Drive contractor selection, procurement strategy, and contract negotiation
- Ensure all projects are bankable and that due diligence requirements are met
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 10+ years' experience in large-scale infrastructure or energy construction in the UK – solar PV, BESS, or transmission experience is essential
- Proven track record leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing Tier 1 contractors from RTB/NTP through to COD
- Strong command of EPC and multi-package contracting models; deep knowledge of NEC/FIDIC contract forms, interface management, and claims
- Experience in project finance environments including lender reporting and LTA interfaces
- A natural leader who builds culture, develops talent, and holds high standards without losing the ability to collaborate
- Project Management qualifications and the credibility to implement process-driven systems across a large team
- NGET experience is highly desirable
ABOUT IGP
IGP is on track to deliver the UK's leading solar and storage NSIP portfolio. We're investing in an exceptional operational team – the right people to build something extraordinary. As Head of Construction, you won't just be delivering projects. You'll be building the capability that defines how IGP delivers for years to come.
Ready to lead construction delivery on the UK's most ambitious renewable energy portfolio?
Apply now or reach out to Paula Rabiega, TA Manager, directly on LinkedIn.