Director - MEP

Eden Brown; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks a Director for their Oxford office to oversee major projects in Science & Research and Healthcare. You will develop client relationships, manage project delivery, and mentor emerging talent while promoting a people-first ethos. This role offers a hybrid work model, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

9-day fortnight working option

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options and financial wellbeing support

Up to 30 days annual leave

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

Structured professional development

Qualifications

• Chartered status is required.
• Must have experience in consultancy or contracting environments.
• Comfortable leading complex, high-risk projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead and coordinate bids, tenders, and appointment processes.
• Manage delivery of medium to large-scale projects.

Skills

Chartered status and professional recognition

Technical leadership across building services design

Strong commercial and project management understanding

Effective communication skills

Experience with integrated design teams

Tools

Design and coordination software for MEP engineering

Job description

Overview

About the Employer

This is a people-focused and sustainability-conscious engineering consultancy delivering innovative design solutions across the built environment in the UK and internationally. Their expertise spans mechanical, electrical, public health (MEP), acoustics, air quality, fire, lighting, energy, sustainability, and more. Their collaborative teams combine deep technical skills with a problem-solving mindset to bring high-performing, user-focused buildings to life.

About the Role

A new leadership opportunity has opened for a Director to join the Oxford office, working across major projects within sectors such as Science & Research, Healthcare, and Net Zero retrofit of existing buildings.

The Oxford office operates as a vibrant, collaborative team within a larger multidisciplinary consultancy. With a strong pipeline and a people-first ethos, the office balances professional opportunity with a progressive culture - including hybrid working, 9-day fortnights, and flexible hours.

In this role, you will help shape the long-term strategy, influence project direction, and support growth through high-impact leadership, technical expertise, and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, encouraging repeat business
• Support Directors in cultivating new client relationships and market opportunities
• Contribute to strategic planning and leadership within the regional business unit
• Lead and coordinate bids, tenders, and appointment processes
• Manage the delivery of medium to large-scale projects across multiple disciplines
• Oversee resource planning and project coordination to ensure smooth execution
• Ensure financial performance on projects, including invoicing and fee management
• Provide expert technical input, supporting multidisciplinary collaboration
• Lead recruitment activities and play an active role in selecting high-quality talent
• Mentor and develop emerging professionals within the business

Qualifications

• Chartered status and professional recognition within the industry
• Excellent technical leadership across building services design
• Strong commercial and project management understanding
• Experience working in either consultancy or contracting environments
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience coordinating integrated design teams and external collaborators
• Ability to nurture team development and drive performance
• Comfortable leading complex, high-risk projects in sectors such as healthcare or research
• Proficiency with design and coordination software relevant to MEP engineering
• A values-led leadership approach, with openness, empathy, and integrity
• Experience in Science & Research or Healthcare projects is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• 9-day fortnight working option
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Stock options and financial wellbeing support
• Up to 30 days annual leave (with the ability to purchase more)
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• Access to internal community groups and wellbeing programmes
• Structured professional development and chartership support
• Frequent social, networking, and learning events

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer