VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses.
We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
We are recruiting for a Lead Developer to join our Applications team, you'll oversee our development team and drive the delivery of high-quality software solutions. This role blends hands-on technical leadership with team management responsibilities, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, aligned with business goals, and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
About you
Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Developer in a fast-paced environment.
Strong proficiency in .NET, C#, SQL, Visual Studio, Power Platform, SharePoint.
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Developing and monitoring Azure integrations
Demonstrable people management experience, coupled with effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrable experience and understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Desirable
Certified SCRUM Master (CSM or equivalent) with hands-on facilitation experience.
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Experience in enterprise-level software development.
Familiarity with Agile tools (e.g., Confluence, Azure DevOps).
Knowledge of security and compliance standards in software development.If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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