Associate Director

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Location:
UK-based (with travel to MoD and defence sites as required)
Clearance: Candidates must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and be eligible for security clearance.

Overview:A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director specialising in Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) Building Services. This strategic role is focused on delivering high-profile, mission-critical projects across the UK defence sector, including MoD bases, training facilities, and secure infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage MEP design teams onplex defence and national infrastructure projects.
  • Oversee project delivery from concept through topletion, ensuringpliance with UK regulations and client specifications.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and consultants across disciplines.
  • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient building services solutions.
  • Ensure quality assurance, risk management, and adherence to security protocols on all defence-related schemes.
  • Support business development activities, including bid preparation and client engagement within the defence and secureernment sectors.
    • Essential Requirements:
  • Currently operating at Principal or Associate level within a UK-based Building Services consultancy.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in MEP design and project leadership, with at least 5 years based in the UK.
  • Proven track record of delivering projects within the defence, secureernment, or mission-critical sectors.
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant institution (, CIBSE, IMechE, IET).
  • Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, MoD JSP standards, and security-cleared environments.
  • Excellentmunication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
    • Desirable:
  • Experience working on SC or DV-cleared projects.
  • Familiarity with BIM Level 2 and digital delivery tools.
  • Knowledge of sustainable design practices and Net Zero Carbon strategies.
    • Why Join Us?This organisation is built on a foundation of technical excellence, innovation, and integrity. Employees are empowered to lead with science and engineering expertise to solve the world’s mostplex challenges.

    Thepany fosters a culture of:
  • Service: Putting clients first and delivering smart, cost-effective solutions.
  • Value: Treating client challenges as their own, with practical, real-world solutions.
  • Excellence: Maintaining the highest standards in technical capability, safety, and quality.
  • Opportunity: Investing in people through professional development, leadership programmes, and career progression.
    • With a strongmitment to diversity, inclusion, and ethical conduct, thepany offers a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.
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    Location:
    Manchester
    Job Type:
    FullTime

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