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Octavius Infrastructure

Development Manager

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Octavius Infrastructure
Octavius Infrastructure provides innovative infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors.
Responsible for developing and coordinating pre-construction works for infrastructure projects, interfacing with design contractors, clients, and managing design programs.
24d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Swindon, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transport infrastructure
Civil engineering
Railway services
Highways services
Rail electrification design
Framework contracting
Sustainability consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Highways
Emergency Response
Flood Alleviation
Structural Engineering
Ground Engineering
Bridge Replacements
Bridge Refurbishments
Role
What you would be doing
design programme
project management
lessons learned
innovation
bim implementation
client interface
  • Has managed design programmes and been responsible for their delivery, in terms of quality, design assurance, commercial performance, and meeting programme constraints.
  • Managing projects or Programmes and working with other departments to achieve deliverables.
  • Understanding and implementing actions from our ‘lessons learnt' meetings. Ensuring Lesson Learnt are as a minimum undertaken for all Stage 1 contracts upon completion, but ideally at regular intervals through the project life cycle and that you actively participate in Stage 2
  • Identifying new thinking and innovation through collaboration on project delivery and implementing it successfully.
  • Lead on increasing the use of BIM, technology and IT to improve efficiency.
  • Interfacing with Design Contractors and the Client, understanding Engineering Remits, developing and driving a design Programme.
What you bring
degree qualified
professional membership
nec3 contract
microsoft project
safety leadership
people management
  • Exceptional people management - with the ability to influence and mentor to motivate employees to achieve exacting standards of compliance.
  • Knowledge of Network Rail processes and assurance procedures would be ideal but not essential
  • Development Manager.pdf (71.82 KB)
  • Highly organised, with excellent planning and time management skills.
  • Good level of NEC3 knowledge, and ability to administer the contract.
  • Has achieved or has aspiration of Professional membership with a recognised and relevant Professional body, i.e. Institution of Civil Engineers and has a clear plan to achieve such status.
  • Experience and knowledge of construction industry – awareness of current techniques.
  • Detailed understanding of safety leadership from a policy and behavioural perspective.
  • Technically savvy, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • An Engineering Background with Design Management Experience. Pricing & Estimating knowledge is a bonus.
  • You will be Degree qualified in a Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or related course (or equivalent relevant experience)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
  • safety leadership knowledge from a policy and behavioral perspective
Company
Overview
  • A leading provider of infrastructure services with a rich history of delivering complex projects.
  • Specializes in creating, maintaining, and upgrading critical infrastructure across multiple sectors.
  • Works on a wide range of projects from roadworks and utilities to energy and water infrastructure.
  • Known for its expertise in delivering sustainable, safe, and efficient solutions to clients.
  • Projects range from large-scale infrastructure enhancements to specialized water and energy systems.
  • Committed to delivering high-quality results through engineering excellence and operational agility.
  • Focused on long-term partnerships, providing reliable and innovative solutions to meet evolving needs.
Culture + Values
  • A highly trusted brand with a reputation for quality, customer service and good corporate behaviour
  • Leading the industry on safety, health, environment and sustainability
  • Motivated and engaged people who embrace the ideals of a learning organisation
  • Collaborative working relationships with supply partners who ‘live and breathe’ the same values
  • Adherence to highest standards of business ethics, quality and safety performance
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Target
Aim to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions across direct operations by 2030.
4,000 Trees Planted
Afforestation Effort
Committed to planting 4,000 trees in the UK for environmental restoration.
97% Waste Diversion
Waste Management
Achieves an average of 97% waste diversion from landfill across operations.
30% Social Value Target
Social Impact Goal
Aims to deliver social value equivalent to 30% of turnover in 2023/24.
  • Carbon Neutral for direct emissions; targeting Net Zero carbon by 2030
  • Certified offsetting programme aligned with PAS2080 carbon management and ISO20400 responsible procurement
  • Measuring biodiversity net gain on all projects; delivering on- and off‑site habitat enhancements
  • Social value target: delivering social value equivalent to 30% of turnover in 2023/24 (up from 20% in 2022/23)
  • 178 people‑hours spent on environment improvement; 113.62 MTCDE greenhouse gas reduction since April 2023
Inclusion & Diversity
25 Apprentices
since 2023
The company has onboarded 25 apprentices through its partnership with Sullivan Street Partners, contributing to inclusive hiring practices.
  • Policy states 'an inclusive workforce is central to creating innovative teams and a sustainable business'
  • Commitment to 'provide a diverse & inclusive workplace' in social value reporting
  • Published Gender Pay Gap Report (details not disclosed on site)
  • Education engagement includes focus on encouraging diversity in engineering careers
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