Job Description
We invite you to bring your expertise as a Rail Sector focused Building Services Director to join our multi‑disciplinary ‘Buildings’ team. We are looking for an inspirational leader to build new relationships with clients while supporting the growth and leadership of the rail sector.
Join our Industry and Infrastructure Facilities team as our new MEP Rail Sector Director and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
Your new role
As our new MEP rail sector lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing Ramboll’s offering in stations, depots and associated developments across the UK.
Ramboll has ambitious growth plans in the UK and aspires to grow its multi‑disciplinary UK Buildings team by 30% over the next few years. Further strengthening and growing the senior project leadership and work‑winning capability of our UK rail sector team is central to that plan.
As our new Rail Building Services Director, you will possess extensive knowledge of the design of building services in large and complex rail projects across all stages, plus designing for performance and sustainable design.
Ramboll is commissioned to design exciting and iconic infrastructure facility projects. Our new Director will have the experience and skills to lead these projects as the most senior member of Ramboll staff. Proven experience of successful rail project delivery, of both building services projects and multidisciplinary projects, is crucial.
In this key leadership role, you will support team management, growth and development, financial performance, client relationships and business development.
Key responsibilities
* Lead rail projects of scale as the most senior Ramboll point of contact on a project. Deliver projects profitably and to the satisfaction of clients, managing project financial performance, change and commercial risk.
* Demonstrate technical ability, excellent engineering skills and delivery of rail building services design incorporating digital engineering.
* Have held roles of responsibility (CEM, CRE, DPE, PE or equivalent) on rail schemes and be familiar with client technical assurance processes and railway standards.
* Show commercial and contractual competence, delivering projects while dealing with commercial and contractual issues.
* Raise the profile and reputation of Ramboll’s rail offering across the UK and internationally via networking, business‑to‑business meetings, seminars, thought leadership and general business development.
* Support and develop the skills of Building Services Engineers in all aspects of rail design, taking an active role in competence management and training oversight.
* Contribute to develop and promote Ramboll’s multi‑discipline capability in the local market.
* Attract talented recruits to grow a skilled, diverse, efficient, and highly regarded Ramboll Buildings team.
About You
* Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and Chartered Engineer with a proven, demonstrable track record in your discipline, typically with consulting experience.
* In‑depth knowledge of the rail sector, UK‑wide.
* Previous experience leading and delivering major rail projects.
* A notable, growing profile and reputation as a highly regarded Building Services leader.
* Forward thinking, enthusiastic about digital design innovation and smart design in a increasingly digitalised construction arena.
* Solid client‑facing skills, experienced at presenting to clients, preparing and negotiating proposals, and procuring project resources.
* Proven ability to win business for the company, understanding the marketplace, growth sectors and busy clients.
* Ability to motivate and develop multidisciplinary professional teams.
* A commitment to progressive senior leadership career progression.
* Effective English oral and written communication skills.
Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role
* Client focussed
* Good attention to detail and pride in the work you produce
* Ability to motivate and inspire confidence in both peers and clients
What we can offer you
* Multiple possibilities to develop and specialise your talent in a global organisation and within a global service line specialising in Industrial and Infrastructure Facilities.
* Investment in your development
* Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
* Be valued for the unique person you are
* Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
* The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company
Ramboll in the United Kingdom
Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation‑owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top‑ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society.
Work at the heart of sustainable change
Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. That’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.
Ready to apply
Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do
We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Civil Engineering
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