Overview
Join to apply for the Operations Director - Building Control role at Sweco.
Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.
Sweco Building Standards offers clients a class-leading regulatory & consultancy Building Standards service co-ordinated to meet the responsibilities imposed through the Building Safety Act and BCAR processes. We pride ourselves on our quality and technical expertise that underpins our full suite of services, and we engage with clients to anticipate regulatory issues and deliver successful projects.
We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Operations Director to join our Building Standards team in Leeds.
What does the role involve?
You will lead and manage a team of Building Safety Consultants, ensuring targets are met in terms of financial results, clients, projects and people. You will develop the team and generate business by pursuing leads and opportunities to maximise profit while supporting the wider business unit, region and business.
To Be Successful In This Role You'll Have
* An appropriate degree along with a professional qualification such as MRICS, MCIOB or MCABE.
* A good understanding of Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
* Capacity to influence strategic decision making within the business and ability to make commercial decisions within defined parameters.
* Good analytical and process abilities.
* A proven track record within Building Control or a related construction discipline.
What's in it for you?
Working for Sweco you’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop together. A meaningful career where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.
As part of our Building Standards division, you’ll work to maintain the highest standards alongside a team of innovators on a variety of projects, with regular training and bite-sized learning opportunities.
We’re committed to enabling all our colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible and hybrid working, with an office or site presence on an average of three days a week.
If you believe you have the skill set required and are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, we’d love to hear from you.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.
We encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant and are Disability Confident Committed. If you require reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact GB_Function-HR-Resourcing@sweco.co.uk for assistance.
For accommodation requests, roles, and other employment considerations, please see company policies. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date.
Application & Compliance
Our recruitment processes are defined and we do not accept speculative CVs. If you are applying with a disability, you may request reasonable adjustments. Further information may be requested to address your request.
To learn more join our Talent Community - Sweco United Kingdom.
Job Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Consulting
Industries: Civil Engineering, Architecture and Planning, Environmental Services
#J-18808-Ljbffr