We invite you to bring your expertise as a Building Services Director to join our Building Services team based in London. We are looking for an inspirational leader to build new relationships with clients, while supporting the growth and leadership of the London and Cambridge Building Services team over the coming years.
Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future, and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies, and people around the world.
About the role
Ramboll has ambitious growth plans in the UK, with its thriving UK HQ in London playing a central role. Ramboll aspires to grow their UK Building Services team by 30% over the next few years. Strengthening our senior project leadership and work-winning capabilities in London is key to these plans.
Our strategy to be the ‘Partner for Sustainable Change’ is fundamental to our evolution. As our new Director, you will possess extensive knowledge of sustainability targets, carbon management, regenerative design, and low/NZC building design. These skills will enable you to implement our strategy both within Ramboll and for our clients.
Ramboll is commissioned to design extraordinary, iconic projects. The successful candidate will have the experience and skills to deliver these projects with technical excellence, client satisfaction, and commercial profitability. Proven experience in delivering building services and multidisciplinary projects is essential.
Joining the London and Cambridge Building Services senior leadership team, you will support team management, growth, development, financial performance, client relationships, and business development.
This role reports to the Head of Building Services for London and Cambridge, overseeing over 75 MEP engineers, including UK Building Physics and VT teams.
You will join our Building Services Department
Our team focuses on digitally enabled technical delivery, low/NZC building design, and excellent client care. We aim to enhance our local leadership to influence engagement and work winning. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment for your development and growth.
Main Role Responsibilities
* Enhance Ramboll’s building services profile in London, the UK, and internationally through networking, seminars, thought leadership, and business development.
* Support and develop the existing team of Building Services Engineers.
* Implement our ‘Partner for Sustainable Change’ strategy.
* Promote Ramboll’s multi-discipline capability locally.
* Win and deliver projects profitably, taking full technical and commercial project leadership responsibilities.
* Demonstrate excellent project management and successful project delivery skills.
* Exhibit technical excellence in sustainable building services design.
* Manage the financial performance of the team.
* Attract talented recruits to build a diverse, skilled, and highly regarded team.
* Coordinate with other UK Building Services teams to optimize workload and capacity.
Your starting point for growth
From day one, we support your personal and professional development. For this role, we believe your starting point includes:
* Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and Chartered Engineer status with a proven track record.
* In-depth knowledge of the Manchester market.
* Experience leading major projects.
* Enthusiasm for digital design innovation and smart design.
* A growing profile as a trusted Building Services leader.
* Strong client-facing skills, including presenting, negotiating, and procuring resources.
* Ability to win new business and support market growth.
* Leadership aptitude and ambition for senior roles.
* Effective communication skills in English.
Personal qualities include being client-focused, detail-oriented, motivating, and confident in peers and clients.
Welcome to our Buildings division
As a top 10 global building designer, Ramboll works on over 10,000 projects annually, with 4,000 experts dedicated to creating innovative, sustainable, and livable buildings, emphasizing the balance of cultural, social, and physical values.
Ramboll in the United Kingdom
Ranked a Top 10 UK consultant, Ramboll employs 1,500 professionals across 17 offices, delivering solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, Energy, Water, and Management Consulting. We offer challenging, inspiring projects in a friendly, open, and supportive environment.
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