Head of Digital at Plowman Craven in London Area, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

bim modelling

cad modelling

digital strategy

data governance

tech partnerships

team leadership

As Head of Digital, you will lead our digital delivery operations across the UK and Poland, with responsibility for quality, consistency, innovation and performance. You will work closely with senior leaders, clients and delivery teams to ensure digital services are robust, scalable and commercially effective.

This role requires regular office presence, with a minimum of three days per week, to support collaboration, leadership and team development. You will work closely with teams in the UK and Poland and support global delivery across other regions.

This is a senior leadership position with real influence. You will shape how digital consultancy, BIM and CAD delivery operate across the business, setting standards, leading people, and ensuring our digital services continue to support complex infrastructure and built asset projects around the world.

You will help shape the future direction of digital services at Plowman Craven, identifying growth opportunities and strengthening our position as a trusted digital delivery partner.

You will work closely with commercial and delivery teams to support tenders, pricing and client solutions, bringing a clear commercial mindset to digital delivery.
You will play a key role in digital transformation, embedding new technologies, improving workflows and strengthening operational efficiency.
You will lead and develop multidisciplinary digital teams across digital consultancy, BIM and CAD, creating a strong culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
You will build strong working relationships with technology partners and the wider supply chain to support innovation and resilience.
You will oversee digital consultancy and information management services, advising clients on digital strategy, data governance, BIM workflows and technology adoption.
You will set and own digital standards, governance and quality frameworks, ensuring consistent, compliant outputs across regions and projects.
You will ensure high-quality digital production, including BIM and CAD modelling, aligned to client requirements, project standards and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

bim

gis

cad

leadership

digital twin

data governance

This role suits someone who enjoys combining strategic leadership with hands-on technical credibility. You will be equally comfortable setting direction, developing people, engaging with clients, and getting into the detail when needed.

We are looking for a senior digital professional with strong leadership presence and a track record of delivering complex digital services in infrastructure, construction, geospatial or related sectors.

Experience with GIS platforms, BIM tools, interoperability standards, automation or data visualisation is highly relevant, but just as important is your ability to lead people, set direction and deliver results.

Plowman Craven is looking for an experienced and credible digital leader to take on a pivotal Head of Digital role within our Digital Construction division.

Confidence working with geospatial data, BIM models and digital twin environments.
Extensive experience in digital delivery, BIM, digital consultancy or construction technology
A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Strong technical understanding of BIM, CAD, information management and digital standards.
Commercial awareness and experience supporting bids, pricing and client engagement.
Experience with Common Data Environments, data governance and quality assurance.
Genuine influence over how digital services are delivered and developed.
A practical mindset focused on delivery excellence, consistency and continuous improvement.
Exposure to major infrastructure and built asset projects.
Experience advising clients on digital strategy, data integration and technology adoption.
Proven leadership of multidisciplinary delivery teams across multiple locations.

Benefits

You will join a well-established, forward-thinking consultancy working at the intersection of geospatial, digital construction and technology.

The opportunity to lead and shape a growing international digital team.

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

Company

Overview

Over 50 Years

Experience

The company has been a leader in geospatial surveying for more than five decades.

Provides expert services across various industries.
Core expertise includes high-accuracy 3D surveying, point cloud data capture, and BIM solutions.
Works on diverse projects, from large-scale infrastructure to detailed residential and commercial developments.
Renowned for work in transport and utilities sectors, offering detailed data for planning and design.
Uses cutting-edge technology like laser scanning and photogrammetry to capture precise data.
Notable projects include bridges, railways, and airports, where precision is critical.
Builds long-term client relationships, supporting projects from early design to post-construction maintenance.

Culture + Values

50% Fee Contribution

Supporting Professional Development

The company contributes 50% of the fees for professional qualifications.

100% Membership Fee

Professional Growth Encouraged

The company covers 100% of membership fees for professional qualifications.

100% Employee-Owned

Independent and Accountable

The company is entirely owned by its employees, fostering independence and accountability.

Knowledgeable and committed staff are the lifeblood of the company.
Invest heavily in industry-leading training and development programmes.
Provide excellent career-progression opportunities and promote from within.
Encourage professional development, supporting CICES, RICS and other qualifications.
Innovation is at the forefront—employees can engage via an innovation team, regular CPDs, TED talks.
Recognition Scheme based on Company Values: nominate colleagues for "going the extra mile" alongside Long Service Awards.
Long-standing partnerships and client advocacy achieved through delivery of great results and relationships.
Trusted suppliers expected to deliver innovative solutions meeting impeccable standards.
Certified to EN ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management.
Support community projects—donations, employee volunteering (family fun days, food banks, charities).

Environment + Sustainability

146 Trees

Trees Planted Globally

Biodiversity contribution through tree planting initiatives in global locations.

3.2–4.6 Tonnes CO₂

CO₂ Offset by Tree Planting

Reduction in carbon emissions achieved through global tree-planting efforts.

Committed to managing, improving and ensuring a sustainable business delivering value to stakeholders.
Certified compliant with EN ISO 14001:2015 environmental standard.
Offer embodied Carbon Assessment Reports (stages A1–A5) with detailed emissions per floor‑area.
Provide full lifecycle carbon and environmental consultancy and monitoring (ground, water, soil, air, noise).
Advocate refurbish vs demolish decisions to reduce material use and embodied carbon in construction.

Inclusion & Diversity

Employee‑owned structure ensures inclusive ownership and accountability across all levels.
Inclusive appraisal and promotion process supported by defined behaviours and competencies to avoid glass ceilings.
Equality & Diversity Policy in place (details not publicly quantified).

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Role

Description

bim modelling

cad modelling

digital strategy

data governance

tech partnerships

team leadership

You will help shape the future direction of digital services at Plowman Craven, identifying growth opportunities and strengthening our position as a trusted digital delivery partner.

You will work closely with commercial and delivery teams to support tenders, pricing and client solutions, bringing a clear commercial mindset to digital delivery.
You will play a key role in digital transformation, embedding new technologies, improving workflows and strengthening operational efficiency.
You will lead and develop multidisciplinary digital teams across digital consultancy, BIM and CAD, creating a strong culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
You will build strong working relationships with technology partners and the wider supply chain to support innovation and resilience.
You will oversee digital consultancy and information management services, advising clients on digital strategy, data governance, BIM workflows and technology adoption.
You will set and own digital standards, governance and quality frameworks, ensuring consistent, compliant outputs across regions and projects.
You will ensure high-quality digital production, including BIM and CAD modelling, aligned to client requirements, project standards and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

bim

gis

cad

leadership

digital twin

data governance

Plowman Craven is looking for an experienced and credible digital leader to take on a pivotal Head of Digital role within our Digital Construction division.

Confidence working with geospatial data, BIM models and digital twin environments.
Extensive experience in digital delivery, BIM, digital consultancy or construction technology
A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Strong technical understanding of BIM, CAD, information management and digital standards.
Commercial awareness and experience supporting bids, pricing and client engagement.
Experience with Common Data Environments, data governance and quality assurance.
Genuine influence over how digital services are delivered and developed.
A practical mindset focused on delivery excellence, consistency and continuous improvement.
Exposure to major infrastructure and built asset projects.
Experience advising clients on digital strategy, data integration and technology adoption.
Proven leadership of multidisciplinary delivery teams across multiple locations.

Benefits

You will join a well-established, forward-thinking consultancy working at the intersection of geospatial, digital construction and technology.

The opportunity to lead and shape a growing international digital team.

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

Company

Overview

Over 50 Years

Experience

The company has been a leader in geospatial surveying for more than five decades.

Provides expert services across various industries.
Core expertise includes high-accuracy 3D surveying, point cloud data capture, and BIM solutions.
Works on diverse projects, from large-scale infrastructure to detailed residential and commercial developments.
Renowned for work in transport and utilities sectors, offering detailed data for planning and design.
Uses cutting-edge technology like laser scanning and photogrammetry to capture precise data.
Notable projects include bridges, railways, and airports, where precision is critical.
Builds long-term client relationships, supporting projects from early design to post-construction maintenance.

Culture + Values

50% Fee Contribution

Supporting Professional Development

The company contributes 50% of the fees for professional qualifications.

100% Membership Fee

Professional Growth Encouraged

The company covers 100% of membership fees for professional qualifications.

100% Employee-Owned

Independent and Accountable

The company is entirely owned by its employees, fostering independence and accountability.

Knowledgeable and committed staff are the lifeblood of the company.
Invest heavily in industry-leading training and development programmes.
Provide excellent career-progression opportunities and promote from within.
Encourage professional development, supporting CICES, RICS and other qualifications.
Innovation is at the forefront—employees can engage via an innovation team, regular CPDs, TED talks.
Recognition Scheme based on Company Values: nominate colleagues for "going the extra mile" alongside Long Service Awards.
Long-standing partnerships and client advocacy achieved through delivery of great results and relationships.
Trusted suppliers expected to deliver innovative solutions meeting impeccable standards.
Certified to EN ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management.
Support community projects—donations, employee volunteering (family fun days, food banks, charities).

Environment + Sustainability

146 Trees

Trees Planted Globally

Biodiversity contribution through tree planting initiatives in global locations.

3.2–4.6 Tonnes CO₂

CO₂ Offset by Tree Planting

Reduction in carbon emissions achieved through global tree-planting efforts.

Committed to managing, improving and ensuring a sustainable business delivering value to stakeholders.
Certified compliant with EN ISO 14001:2015 environmental standard.
Offer embodied Carbon Assessment Reports (stages A1–A5) with detailed emissions per floor‑area.
Provide full lifecycle carbon and environmental consultancy and monitoring (ground, water, soil, air, noise).
Advocate refurbish vs demolish decisions to reduce material use and embodied carbon in construction.

Inclusion & Diversity

Employee‑owned structure ensures inclusive ownership and accountability across all levels.
Inclusive appraisal and promotion process supported by defined behaviours and competencies to avoid glass ceilings.
Equality & Diversity Policy in place (details not publicly quantified).

Articles

Careers

Projects

About Us