Head of Design & Build Director, Water UK&I
Full-time
State/Province: London, City of
Business Group: DCS
Legal Entity: AECOM Limited
Business Line: Water
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Operating Group: International
Primary Location: UK - London - Aldgate Tower
We are seeking a Head of Design & Build Director to drive the growth of our work with Design and Build contractors in the Water sector. This role will hold full accountability for driving growth and market strategy in the contractor‑led space and will be part of the Water UK&I leadership team.
As the Head of Design & Build Director, you will:
Report directly to the Managing Director of Water and collaborate closely with Business Directors, including the Water UK Director of Strategy and Growth, Commercial Director, and global leadership teams.
Lead the development and implementation of a contractor‑led market growth plan aligned with the Water UK&I Strategic Plan.
Work with Client Account Managers to identify, monitor, and track new opportunities, ensuring proactive positioning and timely entry into business planning systems.
Increase visibility of AECOM Water’s contractor‑led capability and communicate market strategy through clear and effective internal and external messaging.
Build strong partnerships with contractors and designers to enable targeted pursuit of high‑value opportunities.
Drive exceptional client satisfaction through active engagement, performance monitoring, and improvement actions informed by Net Promoter Score feedback.
Foster a culture that recognises AECOM as a great place to work by exemplifying AECOM’s values, championing EDI, and promoting employee engagement and continuous development.
Work with Business Unit Directors to determine medium and long‑term resource needs, leading recruitment for strategic and senior roles.
Collaborate with teams across Europe and globally to deliver multidisciplinary projects and programmes, showcasing AECOM’s strengths in work winning.
Hold accountability for major contractor‑led projects and programmes through bid governance and the Go/No‑Go process, while supporting governance for smaller pursuits.
Lead by example in driving SH&E culture, ensuring effective implementation of AECOM SH&E policies and procedures and achieving core SH&E metrics for the Water business.
Enjoy the Perks.
At AECOM, you will enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
Here’s what we’re looking for:
Senior leadership experience within a matrixed multinational consultancy, contractor, or key water‑sector supplier.
Proven success in building and leading leadership teams and multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong knowledge of the UK & Ireland water markets, key contractors, and wider European socio‑political and economic drivers.
Demonstrated ability to provide growth‑focused leadership, including talent development and coaching.
Extensive commercial and contract management expertise.
Track record of securing major frameworks, winning new opportunities, and growing existing contracts.
Strong client relationship management capabilities.
Solid attention to detail with experience delivering effective health & safety initiatives.
Experience in motivating and managing diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
As an inclusive leader, you will:
Demonstrate dedication to driving our inclusion strategy by fostering a culture of respect within your team.
Build a diverse and inclusive workforce, recruiting and retaining the best talent while nurturing the next generation of leaders.
Lead with empathy, respect, and understanding, actively seeking diverse perspectives.
Encourage a work environment where employees can grow, innovate, collaborate and be their authentic selves.
Uphold AECOM's values and promote engagement and continuous development among staff within the region.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccomodations@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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