Our Client is a leading provider of sustainable building services engineering across the UK and beyond, operating regionally from 9 city-centre offices with over 200 dedicated staff members. Their reputation for quality of product and quality of service has been well earned over 60+ years of trading, firmly installing them as the MEP consultancy of choice for many major developers, building contractors, end users and public sector institutions. The Edinburgh Office sits in the heart of the city surrounded by independent shops and restaurants, with talented MEP & Sustainability teams based there. With further exciting project wins recently announced, a robust order book and strong leadership guiding the next phase of expansion, the business is actively seeking a Sustainability Associate / Associate Director to jointly manage the sustainability team on a day-to-day basis. The Associate / AD will lead projects on behalf of the Sustainability Group and manage delivery of services to the highest of standards on time and within budget. Responsibilities: Day-to-day contact for the Location Directors, organising, and coordinating design team and client meetings discussing energy, sustainability, environmental and health & wellbeing topics. Specific focus on implementing Net Zero Carbon strategies, ideally leading the embodied carbon service-line. Assist the Sustainability Director to develop new business by building relationships with existing and new clients, both internally and externally. Effectively manage the Sustainability team day to day, including ensuring effective forecasting, measuring of works in progress and driving office initiatives, as well as managing resource. Effectively distribute project workload and liaise with technical and other support staff to ensure acceptable product delivery Act as a role model for the Sustainability Team. Attend business development events, conferences and other marketing activities. Carry out presentations to clients, take the initiative in organising and leading technical meetings. Liaise with and provide project focal point for clients and lead and/or support consultants to ensure that client interests are most effectively fulfilled Maximise staff effectiveness and improve efficiency by enhancing client relationships, improving internal systems and developing staff skills Interlink and work effectively with all others affecting or affected by your work Adopt a responsible attitude to project manage and actively undertake training and development of subordinate staff Ensure application and maintenance of all Quality System procedures Ensure documentation issued has been processed in accordance with all relevant procedures Manage multiple projects including organisation of trainee staff and project delivery to time and cost requirements Assist in the preparation of fee bids, proposals and interviews. Develop thought leadership and technical articles for industry publications. Undertake building environmental modelling, building physics, and sustainability models (energy, overheating, daylight/sunlight). Undertake preliminary concept design studies to influence building shape, form and function. Develop energy and sustainability strategies for diverse schemes. Comply with all security procedures and commercial in-confidence restrictions associated with work duties. Carry out all personal management duties including weekly recording of man-hour commitments to individual projects and reporting on a monthly basis particular project fee input information. Undertake all other duties as may be required to assist in the fulfilment of the primary objectives of the Directors To ensure compliance with the IMS, by supporting the administration of the Internal Audit programme, corrective action and customer feedback registers Education and Experience: Chartered engineer or equivalent, with a minimum of Honours/Masters degree in an appropriate discipline, preferably Sustainable Design and Energy Experienced energy assessor able to develop, maintain and validate energy models using IES VE. Relevant accreditations (e.g. LCC, LCEA). Exposure to LCA/WLCA, Circular Economy, BREEAM, WELL, LEED etc. Knowledge and experience in implementation of planning policy sustainability requirements (including GLA requirements). Significant industry experience with demonstrated leadership experience. Experience of office and regional team management. Confident engaging with senior design team personnel and clients, including Developers, Owners, Investors and Occupiers. Experience in managing multiple, concurrent projects covering all aspects of sustainability in the built environment. Ability to lead from the front and by example. Excellent people skills to ensure staff engagement. Excellent communication skills Focus on quality and continuous improvement.
06/05/2026
Full time
Our Client is a leading provider of sustainable building services engineering across the UK and beyond, operating regionally from 9 city-centre offices with over 200 dedicated staff members. Their reputation for quality of product and quality of service has been well earned over 60+ years of trading, firmly installing them as the MEP consultancy of choice for many major developers, building contractors, end users and public sector institutions. The Edinburgh Office sits in the heart of the city surrounded by independent shops and restaurants, with talented MEP & Sustainability teams based there. With further exciting project wins recently announced, a robust order book and strong leadership guiding the next phase of expansion, the business is actively seeking a Sustainability Associate / Associate Director to jointly manage the sustainability team on a day-to-day basis. The Associate / AD will lead projects on behalf of the Sustainability Group and manage delivery of services to the highest of standards on time and within budget. Responsibilities: Day-to-day contact for the Location Directors, organising, and coordinating design team and client meetings discussing energy, sustainability, environmental and health & wellbeing topics. Specific focus on implementing Net Zero Carbon strategies, ideally leading the embodied carbon service-line. Assist the Sustainability Director to develop new business by building relationships with existing and new clients, both internally and externally. Effectively manage the Sustainability team day to day, including ensuring effective forecasting, measuring of works in progress and driving office initiatives, as well as managing resource. Effectively distribute project workload and liaise with technical and other support staff to ensure acceptable product delivery Act as a role model for the Sustainability Team. Attend business development events, conferences and other marketing activities. Carry out presentations to clients, take the initiative in organising and leading technical meetings. Liaise with and provide project focal point for clients and lead and/or support consultants to ensure that client interests are most effectively fulfilled Maximise staff effectiveness and improve efficiency by enhancing client relationships, improving internal systems and developing staff skills Interlink and work effectively with all others affecting or affected by your work Adopt a responsible attitude to project manage and actively undertake training and development of subordinate staff Ensure application and maintenance of all Quality System procedures Ensure documentation issued has been processed in accordance with all relevant procedures Manage multiple projects including organisation of trainee staff and project delivery to time and cost requirements Assist in the preparation of fee bids, proposals and interviews. Develop thought leadership and technical articles for industry publications. Undertake building environmental modelling, building physics, and sustainability models (energy, overheating, daylight/sunlight). Undertake preliminary concept design studies to influence building shape, form and function. Develop energy and sustainability strategies for diverse schemes. Comply with all security procedures and commercial in-confidence restrictions associated with work duties. Carry out all personal management duties including weekly recording of man-hour commitments to individual projects and reporting on a monthly basis particular project fee input information. Undertake all other duties as may be required to assist in the fulfilment of the primary objectives of the Directors To ensure compliance with the IMS, by supporting the administration of the Internal Audit programme, corrective action and customer feedback registers Education and Experience: Chartered engineer or equivalent, with a minimum of Honours/Masters degree in an appropriate discipline, preferably Sustainable Design and Energy Experienced energy assessor able to develop, maintain and validate energy models using IES VE. Relevant accreditations (e.g. LCC, LCEA). Exposure to LCA/WLCA, Circular Economy, BREEAM, WELL, LEED etc. Knowledge and experience in implementation of planning policy sustainability requirements (including GLA requirements). Significant industry experience with demonstrated leadership experience. Experience of office and regional team management. Confident engaging with senior design team personnel and clients, including Developers, Owners, Investors and Occupiers. Experience in managing multiple, concurrent projects covering all aspects of sustainability in the built environment. Ability to lead from the front and by example. Excellent people skills to ensure staff engagement. Excellent communication skills Focus on quality and continuous improvement.
Role Overview Our Client is one of the largest independently owned building services design consultants operating in the UK. This award winning practice has a network of strategically placed regional office and employing circa 150 staff, the company prioritises local involvement in all schemes whilst offering a friendly client facing service. The Leeds office is now enjoying their second year, conveniently situated in the heart of the city within short walking distance of the train station. With a Sustainability Team already in place in Leeds, a new MEP Director has just been appointed and will be immediately tasked with building a new MEP Design Team along with developing the brand further across the north of England in particular. Recruitment is essential and establishing a leadership group to help run and manage a technically robust delivery team is the number one priority. The first appointments will be made at Associate level ( 1 Mechanical & 1 Electrical) and will be tasked with strong leadership in terms of projects delivery, staff performance and client management. The successful candidates will play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality building services engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, while supporting team development, client relationships, and the continued growth of the Leeds office. The role combines technical excellence, project leadership, and commercial awareness, aligned with the companies collaborative, people-focused culture. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Leadership Lead the design and delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) engineering services from concept through to completion Act as Project Lead on complex and multi-disciplinary projects Ensure designs are compliant with current legislation, standards, and best practice Review and approve technical outputs, calculations, reports, and specifications Champion quality, sustainability, and low-carbon design solutions Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and other design team members Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting repeat business Attend and lead client meetings, design workshops, and site meetings Contribute to bids, fee proposals, and presentations Commercial & Business Development Support fee management, programme control, and resource planning Assist Directors with any business development prospects Identify opportunities for repeat work within existing client relationships Team Leadership & Mentoring Line manage and mentor Engineers and Senior Engineers Support professional development, performance reviews, and training Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture within the Leeds offices. Skills & Experience Essential Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering Significant experience within a building services design environment Proven ability to lead MEP projects Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills Desirable Experience working across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or mixed-use developments Experience contributing to business development Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and low-carbon design strategies Chartered Engineer status (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent), or working towards it In return for the hard work and dedication of 2 Associate level Building Services Engineers, the appointed candidates can look forward to being part of something new and setting the bar for which all employees and schemes should aspire to. As the office grows and develops, further development opportunities will be made available as a natural hierarchy forms and long term succession planning comes into play.
29/04/2026
Full time
Role Overview Our Client is one of the largest independently owned building services design consultants operating in the UK. This award winning practice has a network of strategically placed regional office and employing circa 150 staff, the company prioritises local involvement in all schemes whilst offering a friendly client facing service. The Leeds office is now enjoying their second year, conveniently situated in the heart of the city within short walking distance of the train station. With a Sustainability Team already in place in Leeds, a new MEP Director has just been appointed and will be immediately tasked with building a new MEP Design Team along with developing the brand further across the north of England in particular. Recruitment is essential and establishing a leadership group to help run and manage a technically robust delivery team is the number one priority. The first appointments will be made at Associate level ( 1 Mechanical & 1 Electrical) and will be tasked with strong leadership in terms of projects delivery, staff performance and client management. The successful candidates will play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality building services engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, while supporting team development, client relationships, and the continued growth of the Leeds office. The role combines technical excellence, project leadership, and commercial awareness, aligned with the companies collaborative, people-focused culture. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Leadership Lead the design and delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) engineering services from concept through to completion Act as Project Lead on complex and multi-disciplinary projects Ensure designs are compliant with current legislation, standards, and best practice Review and approve technical outputs, calculations, reports, and specifications Champion quality, sustainability, and low-carbon design solutions Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and other design team members Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting repeat business Attend and lead client meetings, design workshops, and site meetings Contribute to bids, fee proposals, and presentations Commercial & Business Development Support fee management, programme control, and resource planning Assist Directors with any business development prospects Identify opportunities for repeat work within existing client relationships Team Leadership & Mentoring Line manage and mentor Engineers and Senior Engineers Support professional development, performance reviews, and training Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture within the Leeds offices. Skills & Experience Essential Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering Significant experience within a building services design environment Proven ability to lead MEP projects Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills Desirable Experience working across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or mixed-use developments Experience contributing to business development Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and low-carbon design strategies Chartered Engineer status (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent), or working towards it In return for the hard work and dedication of 2 Associate level Building Services Engineers, the appointed candidates can look forward to being part of something new and setting the bar for which all employees and schemes should aspire to. As the office grows and develops, further development opportunities will be made available as a natural hierarchy forms and long term succession planning comes into play.
My client is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of a 25m high-end residential refurbishment project in Surrey. This is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for project delivery and client liaison on a complex, design-led scheme for a demanding private client. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of the project, acting as the senior figure across programme, cost, quality, risk and stakeholder management. Proven prime residential experience is essential, along with the ability to manage challenging client relationships while maintaining exceptional delivery standards. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Leadership Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of a 25m prime residential refurbishment project Lead the project from pre-construction through to completion and handover Set and maintain the highest standards of workmanship, finishes and detailing Own the master programme and ensure complex refurbishment sequencing is effectively managed Identify and mitigate risks associated with structural alterations, existing fabric and design changes Client Liaison & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for the client and their representatives Manage a demanding and detail-driven private client, ensuring expectations are aligned with programme, cost and quality Lead all client meetings, progress reviews and key decision-making forums Handle change requests, variations and sensitive issues with diplomacy and authority Maintain strong relationships with the design team, consultants, statutory bodies and specialist contractors Commercial & Contract Management Hold overall accountability for financial performance, cost control and reporting Lead procurement strategies for specialist and high-value trade packages Oversee change control, valuations, cash flow and final account processes Ensure commercial decisions support both project objectives and client satisfaction Design & Technical Oversight Oversee design development and coordination across architecture, interiors, structure, MEP and specialist trades Ensure technical solutions align with the quality expectations of prime residential delivery Resolve complex technical and construction challenges typical of high-end refurbishments Team Leadership Lead, mentor and motivate the project delivery team Set clear objectives and manage performance across project management, commercial and site teams Promote a collaborative, solutions-focused culture Health, Safety & Quality Ensure exemplary standards of health, safety and environmental compliance Implement rigorous quality assurance processes at every project stage Ensure compliance with all statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements Essential Experience & Skills Extensive experience delivering prime or super-prime residential projects is essential Proven track record as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager on high-value refurbishment projects ( 10m+) Strong understanding of complex refurbishment works and high-spec finishes Significant experience managing difficult UHNW private clients Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge Confidence leading multi-disciplinary teams and high-profile stakeholders Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills Personal Attributes Calm, authoritative and resilient under pressure Highly client-focused with strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills Detail-driven with an uncompromising approach to quality Commercially astute and strategically minded Comfortable operating with autonomy and full accountability
27/04/2026
Contract
My client is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of a 25m high-end residential refurbishment project in Surrey. This is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for project delivery and client liaison on a complex, design-led scheme for a demanding private client. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of the project, acting as the senior figure across programme, cost, quality, risk and stakeholder management. Proven prime residential experience is essential, along with the ability to manage challenging client relationships while maintaining exceptional delivery standards. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Leadership Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of a 25m prime residential refurbishment project Lead the project from pre-construction through to completion and handover Set and maintain the highest standards of workmanship, finishes and detailing Own the master programme and ensure complex refurbishment sequencing is effectively managed Identify and mitigate risks associated with structural alterations, existing fabric and design changes Client Liaison & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for the client and their representatives Manage a demanding and detail-driven private client, ensuring expectations are aligned with programme, cost and quality Lead all client meetings, progress reviews and key decision-making forums Handle change requests, variations and sensitive issues with diplomacy and authority Maintain strong relationships with the design team, consultants, statutory bodies and specialist contractors Commercial & Contract Management Hold overall accountability for financial performance, cost control and reporting Lead procurement strategies for specialist and high-value trade packages Oversee change control, valuations, cash flow and final account processes Ensure commercial decisions support both project objectives and client satisfaction Design & Technical Oversight Oversee design development and coordination across architecture, interiors, structure, MEP and specialist trades Ensure technical solutions align with the quality expectations of prime residential delivery Resolve complex technical and construction challenges typical of high-end refurbishments Team Leadership Lead, mentor and motivate the project delivery team Set clear objectives and manage performance across project management, commercial and site teams Promote a collaborative, solutions-focused culture Health, Safety & Quality Ensure exemplary standards of health, safety and environmental compliance Implement rigorous quality assurance processes at every project stage Ensure compliance with all statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements Essential Experience & Skills Extensive experience delivering prime or super-prime residential projects is essential Proven track record as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager on high-value refurbishment projects ( 10m+) Strong understanding of complex refurbishment works and high-spec finishes Significant experience managing difficult UHNW private clients Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge Confidence leading multi-disciplinary teams and high-profile stakeholders Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills Personal Attributes Calm, authoritative and resilient under pressure Highly client-focused with strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills Detail-driven with an uncompromising approach to quality Commercially astute and strategically minded Comfortable operating with autonomy and full accountability
