A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Senior People Business Partner the role is offered on a 6 month contract with a perm opportunity. The role reports into the Head of People

About the Role

My client is a leading name in the construction and engineering sector, is seeking an experienced Senior People Business Partner to play a vital role in shaping and implementing strategic HR initiatives across our dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This is a mobile role with national coverage and a strong regional focus, requiring flexibility, autonomy, and a hands-on approach.
This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in operational and strategic environments and has experience leading HR change projects, ideally within the construction, engineering, or technical industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted senior HR partner to business leaders across multiple regions, covering a workforce of approximately 300 employees.
• Lead the implementation and integration of a Shared Services HR model to streamline and modernise HR operations.
• Provide full-spectrum HR support including employee relations, performance management, talent development, workforce planning, and succession management.
• Deputise for the People Manager as required, including management of the broader HR function in their absence.
• Support and coach managers to develop leadership capability and promote a high-performance culture.
• Drive consistency in HR policy and practice across mobile and office-based teams.
• Champion employee engagement and act as an advocate for the busihness values and inclusive culture.
• Conduct regular site visits across Heathrow, Central London, Southampton, and Wales to maintain strong employee and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure legal compliance and uphold best practices in HR policies and employment law.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the broader People Strategy.

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong HR experience in a construction, engineering, or similar high-paced technical environment - essential
• Proven background in delivering HR transformation projects such as Shared Services model implementation
• Comfortable with a mobile, field-based role and regular travel across multiple UK locations
• Able to attend weekly Friday meetings at our Kent head office
• Strong generalist HR experience with ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Experience managing or supporting teams of 250+ staff across multiple locations
• Demonstrated ability to act as Deputy/Second-in-Command to HR leadership
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and highly organised
• Valid UK driving licence and access to vehicle for travel

• Opportunity to join a market-leading, growing business
• Competitive day rate or salary package (based on experience)
• Temp-to-perm potential for the right candidate
• Hybrid working model with support for flexible working
• A chance to make a real impact and shape HR delivery in a transforming business

• Field-based across designated regions
• Attendance required at Head Office in Kent every Friday
• Hybrid flexibility: home working available for a few days per week