Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Regional Director to lead our Cost Management consultancy team serving the North of England.
The role is market-facing, driving business development and growth with new and existing clients across the public sector and private clients. The Regional Director will actively lead a team of Cost Managers across a range of grades, manage client relationships, oversee technical delivery, and serve as the point of escalation on high‑profile projects.
Main Responsibilities
* Provide leadership within the cost management business practice.
* Undertake line‑management and supervisory responsibilities, supporting, motivating, and mentoring team members.
* Drive actions to retain and hire new team members.
* Manage project finances, resourcing, audits and reviews across a portfolio of projects.
* Ensure all staff members reporting to you have current and relevant training.
* Support team members through Professional Chartership.
* Lead client account relationships and frameworks.
* Lead commissions (including cross‑discipline and multi‑discip service) taking responsibility for their successful delivery.
* Progress business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross‑selling other services.
* Lead bid and fee proposals through internal governance processes.
Qualifications and Experience
* A range of public and private sector experience.
* Extensive cost management experience gained within a construction consultancy setting.
* Experience at a leadership level in a comparative project management business.
* Experience of managing, leading & growing teams.
* Demonstrable track record of winning new work from new clients and repeat work from existing clients.
* Extensive experience of successfully delivering complex projects.
* Extensive experience in all aspects of pre‑ and post‑contract services including feasibility studies, cost planning and tender document preparation.
* Demonstrable strong client relationships & a network of contacts.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
* Excellent industry network and reputation, including development of thought leadership and personal profile.
* A passion for first‑class service delivery, implementing best practice and continuous improvement.
* Possess the ability to work across service lines.
* Construction‑related degree.
* Chartered status with the RICS, CIOB or APM.
* NEC4 accreditation (preferred).
Legal and Equality Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please contact us using the email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
ReqID: J10143862
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