Associate/Associate Director - Facade Engineering

Ramboll; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

27 days annual leave plus bank/holiday

Investment in your development

Leadership you can count on

Recognition of your individuality

Inspiration from colleagues and pro j-

Sustainable change focus

Job summary

Ramboll in the United Kingdom is seeking an Associate/Associate Director to lead our Façade Engineering team in London, shaping strategies and delivering market-leading expertise on ambitious projects with sustainable design at the core.

You will mentor a skilled team, collaborate with global colleagues, drive business development, manage technical risks and fees, and help sustain Ramboll's reputation for high-quality, innovative façade solutions across the UK and internationally.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status and related professional registration preferred.
• Degree in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or similar required or equivalent experience.
• Interest in digital design innovation and smart design in digital construction environments.
• Strong technical competence with emphasis on sustainable / net zero carbon design.
• Extensive client-facing experience with diverse project portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, develop and support an established and stable team of Facade Engineers
• Protect and develop the quality of our designs and provide technical and pastoral mentoring to the team locally and nationally
• Drive and deliver quality projects profitably and to the satisfaction of our clients
• Complete business development in the local market
• Liaise and interact with other Façade Engineering teams globally and drive collaboration
• Manage technical risks, negotiate scope of services and prepare fee proposals

Skills

Project delivery leadership

Digital design innovation

Client facing skills

Team mentoring

Sustainable / net zero design

Education

Chartered Engineer (SFE/ CIBSE/IStructE)

Degree in Structural/ Mechanical Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Associate/Associate Director - Facade Engineering

• Full-time

Do you want to be at the forefront of Façade engineering? Would you like to be involved in shaping a sustainable future and contributing to forward-thinking projects and innovative solutions that aspire to establish new standards within our peer group?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Façade Engineering Team as our new Associate/ Associate Director and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Associate/ Associate Director, you will support our work winning activities with the development of technical strategies and demonstration of market leading expertise in the field. Moreover, you will also work as part of a small leadership team who are collectively responsible for the strategic direction and financial performance of the Façade Engineering team.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Mentor, develop and support an established and stable team of Facade Engineers

Protect and develop the quality of our designs and provide technical and pastoral mentoring to the team locally and nationally

Drive and deliver quality projects profitably and to the satisfaction of our clients

Complete business development in the local market

Liaise and interact with other Façade Engineering teams globally and drive collaboration.

Manage technical risks, negotiate scope of services and prepare fee proposals

Your new team

You will be part of an expanding and dynamic team. We actively seek a rich portfolio of work that makes a difference to those who experience it. Working with the leading UK and international architects we are recognised for our bold innovative approach, that is underpinned by our Scandinavian design heritage and foundation ownership. We offer a supporting and collaborative culture and operate a flexible working policy, and with this you will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal. You will be part of the UK façade team and have the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and abroad. You will be based within the London office working with the Buildings team on multi-disciplinary projects.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

Chartered Engineer (SFE/ CIBSE/IStructE) with Degree qualified in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or similar, or equivalent experience.

Previous experience with leading and coordinating all aspects of project delivery

Forward thinking and enthusiastic about digital design innovation and ‘smart design’ in increasingly digitalised construction arena

High degree of technical competence with demonstrable appreciation of sustainable / net zero carbon design

Extensive client facing skills, experienced at presenting to clients with a varied and comprehensive project portfolio

Ability to motivate, support and guide support multidisciplinary professional team

What we can offer you

Flexible work environment

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Investment in your development

Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles

Be valued for the unique person you are

Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects

The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ramboll in the United Kingdom

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you’ll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.