Associate / Associate Director (Building Services)

RPS Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Building Services sector is seeking an Associate / Associate Director in Manchester. The role involves managing engineering teams, ensuring project financial success, and contributing to strategic business initiatives. Applicants should have a strong background in Building Services design and approximately 10 years of industry experience.

Benefits

Accredited training

Career development plans

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of industry experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Background in consultancy or contracting within Building Services design.
• Preference for internal-focused roles without external business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering resources and project finances across Building Services.
• Oversee multi-disciplinary project delivery and ensure compliance with budgets.
• Lead proposals and drive business development initiatives.

Skills

Building Services design

Project financial management

Technical leadership

Education

Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status or relevant degree

Job description

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Associate / Associate Director (Building Services), Manchester

Client: RPS Group

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b776e3dc3207

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Associate / Associate Director (Building Services)

RPS is seeking an Associate / Associate Director in Building Services. The role covers offices in Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, and London. Our UK-based team operates across these locations.

About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across sectors such as residential, logistics, retail, healthcare, education, energy, and more. We focus on balancing form and function, emphasizing sustainability, materiality, cost, and constructability. Digitalisation is central to our delivery, enabling clients to experience designs from concept through execution, supported by expertise spanning decades, industries, and disciplines.

What you’ll be doing: This role offers career progression for an individual aiming to advance as an Associate / Associate Director within our reputable team. You will work with team leaders and Business Support to optimise resources and manage project finances.

Duties Include:

• Manage engineering resources and project finances across Building Services, including mechanical, electrical, utilities, BIM, energy, and BREEAM teams.
• Support growth and profitability of the MEP cost centre by managing operational delivery and bidding processes.
• Oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met.
• Lead financial performance and strategic initiatives across offices.
• Ensure active and accurate financial management to meet budgets and KPIs.
• Ensure all work complies with RPS Terms and Conditions and that tenders are approved.
• Manage resources to deliver profit margins.
• Provide technical leadership and support technological improvements.
• Oversee and manage project delivery, including variations, invoices, and debt recovery.
• Develop relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Lead proposals and bid processes, collaborating across the business.
• Support business development initiatives and strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with IMS systems and manage changes accordingly.
• Analyze and update financial data monthly.
• Ensure staff are equipped with appropriate PPE.
• Assist with ad-hoc duties as required.

Who we’re looking for:

• Background in consultancy or contracting within Building Services design.
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status or relevant degree.
• Approximately 10 years of industry experience, with leadership experience.
• Preference for internal-focused roles without external business development.

What’s in it for you? We support continuous learning through accredited training, career development plans, and flexible working arrangements. We foster diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace where everyone’s contribution is valued.

What happens next? Interested candidates should apply; responses within three days preferred. For more details, contact Parv Sandhu at RPS.

RPS, now part of Tetra Tech, offers global opportunities with over 28,000 employees worldwide. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, embedding these principles in all our processes.