Head of Civils - Telecommunications at Jsm Group Services Ltd. in Greater London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

project delivery

civils strategy

quality assurance

budget control

kpi reporting

client liaison

Promote innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement in all areas
Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, local authorities, and subcontractors
Provide regular performance updates to senior leadership, tracking KPIs and risks
Oversee end-to-end project delivery: from planning and execution to completion
Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes
Inspire, mentor, and manage a team of Project Managers, Site Engineers, and field staff
Lead strategic planning and implementation of civils strategy for telecoms delivery
Drive a culture of Zero Harm and SHEQ excellence, ensuring full compliance with CDM, NRSWA, and HAUC
Monitor and assure quality across all civil works
Control project budgets, resource planning, procurement, and commercial reporting

Requirements

civil engineering

chartered

fibre optic

ms project

leadership

driving licence

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Chartered status preferred)
Strong background in civil works for telecoms infrastructure (ducting, cabling, reinstatement)
Full UK driving licence (travel to project sites required)
Experience with fibre optic network rollouts or 5G infrastructure
Skilled in resolving complex stakeholder issues and promoting collaboration
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Minimum 8 years in civil engineering, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles
Proven ability to lead teams and create a performance-driven culture
Experience managing multi-site, large-scale infrastructure projects
Knowledge of sustainability best practices in civil engineering
Expertise in NRSWA, CDM 2015, HAUC, and other relevant standards
Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera for programme planning
Sound commercial awareness with contract management skills (NEC highly desirable)
Continuous training and development, in both technical and business skills

Benefits

28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays)
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working pattern

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

£148 million

Annual Revenue

Achieved in FY 2023 under private-equity ownership, reflecting strong financial performance and growth.

132 kV

Data Centre Connections

Specializes in high-voltage grid connections for critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable energy supply.

30–130 km

Fibre Rollouts

Extensive experience in deploying fibre networks across varying distances for telecoms infrastructure.

1998

Year Founded

Established by industry veterans, marking the beginning of its journey as a UK infrastructure specialist.

Built a reputation installing high-voltage grid connections for data centres, battery storage and renewables alongside core fibre telecoms networks.
Typical projects include complex multi-utility delivery in city environments.
Sector strengths span Power, Telecoms, Gas, and Multi-utility, with turnkey offerings from design and civils through commissioning.
Unique assets include an accredited training centre in Essex and innovative solutions like non-intrusive cable extraction.
Backed by TowerBrook after a successful PE exit, the firm is expanding into Ireland and Germany while maintaining a strong UK presence.

Culture + Values

Commitment to safety and quality
Customer-centric approach
Continuous improvement and innovation
Teamwork and collaboration
Integrity and accountability
Sustainability in service delivery

Environment + Sustainability

2050 net zero target

Emissions commitment

The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 through operational efficiencies and renewable energy integration.

Ongoing reduction of carbon footprint through operational efficiencies
Incorporating renewable energy sources in projects where applicable
Minimizing waste and promoting recycling practices
Regular sustainability audits and reporting

Inclusion & Diversity

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JSM Group Services Ltd. Overview

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Role

Description

project delivery

civils strategy

quality assurance

budget control

kpi reporting

client liaison

Promote innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement in all areas
Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, local authorities, and subcontractors
Provide regular performance updates to senior leadership, tracking KPIs and risks
Oversee end-to-end project delivery: from planning and execution to completion
Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes
Inspire, mentor, and manage a team of Project Managers, Site Engineers, and field staff
Lead strategic planning and implementation of civils strategy for telecoms delivery
Drive a culture of Zero Harm and SHEQ excellence, ensuring full compliance with CDM, NRSWA, and HAUC
Monitor and assure quality across all civil works
Control project budgets, resource planning, procurement, and commercial reporting

Requirements

civil engineering

chartered

fibre optic

ms project

leadership

driving licence

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Chartered status preferred)
Strong background in civil works for telecoms infrastructure (ducting, cabling, reinstatement)
Full UK driving licence (travel to project sites required)
Experience with fibre optic network rollouts or 5G infrastructure
Skilled in resolving complex stakeholder issues and promoting collaboration
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Minimum 8 years in civil engineering, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles
Proven ability to lead teams and create a performance-driven culture
Experience managing multi-site, large-scale infrastructure projects
Knowledge of sustainability best practices in civil engineering
Expertise in NRSWA, CDM 2015, HAUC, and other relevant standards
Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera for programme planning
Sound commercial awareness with contract management skills (NEC highly desirable)
Continuous training and development, in both technical and business skills

Benefits

28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays)
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working pattern

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found