Regional Digital Delivery Lead – Hybrid / Based in Preston
Permanent | Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Regional Digital Delivery Lead on behalf of our client, a leading infrastructure and water sector design and build organisation. This is a hybrid role, based out of their Preston office.

This opportunity is ideal for a candidate with a solid background in digital transformation within engineering or infrastructure sectors, who is passionate about embedding digital excellence across projects and regional frameworks.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Delivery, the Regional Digital Delivery Lead will be instrumental in driving the digital agenda across the region. You will provide leadership, guidance and hands-on support in the integration of digital delivery practices and systems across engineering and operational functions.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the adoption and implementation of core digital tools and initiatives across project teams
Aligning engineering and operational practices to ensure data is effectively leveraged from project initiation to handover
Championing change management efforts to embed digital delivery as business-as-usual
Supporting the digital delivery toolbox maturity matrix to meet framework and business-level targets
Acting as a regional expert and champion for digital initiatives; hosting webinars, offering training and being a key point of contact
Collaborating closely with functional teams, supply chain, and clients to ensure streamlined data exchange and reduce duplication
Driving project compliance with digital strategy and stage gate delivery requirements
Building and supporting a regional community for knowledge-sharing across disciplines such as commissioning, engineering, SHEQ
Identifying and addressing regional pain points, feeding insights into the central team for solution development
Monitoring and reporting on digital success at project and regional levels

About You

Technical Competencies:

Proven experience in change management and delivering digital transformation strategies
Knowledge of ISO 19650 standards and information management protocols
Understanding of engineering design and construction

Behavioural Competencies:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Self-driven and eager to develop expertise across diverse digital tools and processes

Experience & Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience leading digital initiatives including surveying, 3D modelling, field management, and asset handover
Previous experience as a Change Manager on large-scale projects or frameworks
Postgraduate qualification in an Engineering or Operational discipline (desirable)
Professional membership and individual BIM certification (e.g. ISO19650 or BS1192) an advantage

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary
Hybrid working arrangement (role dependent)
Car / Car allowance (role dependent)
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (option to buy additional 5 days)
Company pension scheme
Life assurance & private medical cover
Health insurance
Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts portal, Kids Pass and more

This is a unique opportunity to join an inclusive and forward-thinking employer who champions innovation and personal development. If you’re ready to make a significant impact on digital transformation in the infrastructure sector, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for IT Professionals looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.