Framework Director

Kiota Recruitment; Willenhall; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A national engineering group is seeking a Framework Director to manage major framework agreements in the water and wastewater sectors. The role involves leading a team, maintaining client relations with UK Water Authorities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers a salary between £90,000 and £102,000, along with a bonus and company car, and can be based from various offices across the UK.

Benefits

Company Car

Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large frameworks in the water or wastewater industry.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills for engaging at senior stakeholder level.
• Full UK driving licence required for national travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and performance of multiple regional and national framework agreements.
• Drive operational excellence ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build strong client relationships to grow frameworks and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Managing large frameworks in the water or wastewater industry

Knowledge of regulatory requirements

Strong commercial and negotiation skills

Leading teams across multiple sites

Identifying improvements in service delivery

Mentoring managers

Data analysis and reporting skills

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft tools

Job description

Overview

Framework Director | Water & Wastewater | £90,000 - £102,000 includes Bonus and Company Car

A respected national engineering group is seeking a Framework Director to lead the strategic delivery of major framework agreements across the water and wastewater sectors.

Operating at a senior level, you'll oversee framework performance across key regional accounts (North or South), lead a team of Framework Managers, and act as the main client interface for long-term contractual relationships with UK Water Authorities and Tier 1 contractors.

This role can be based from offices in Liverpool, Middlesbrough, Leeds, or Birmingham, with regular travel and flexible working to support national frameworks.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and performance of multiple regional and national framework agreements
• Drive operational excellence across all contracts - ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and KPIs
• Build strong client relationships at board and operational levels to grow frameworks and identify new opportunities
• Provide strategic direction to Framework Managers, overseeing performance, growth, and client satisfaction
• Lead contract negotiations, develop client strategies, and act as the escalation point for all framework-related matters
• Monitor compliance with industry regulations (Ofwat, Environmental Agency) and embed sustainability into operations
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Technical, and Commercial teams to align framework delivery across the group
• Set SMART objectives and provide leadership coaching and performance management to Framework Managers
• Identify succession plans, develop internal talent, and ensure team resilience across geographically diverse regions
• Use data and reporting tools to track contract performance and support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing large frameworks in the water or wastewater industry
• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements, frameworks, and client-side operations
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills - able to engage at senior stakeholder level
• Experience leading teams across multiple sites or regions
• Able to identify and drive improvements in service delivery and commercial outcomes
• Track record of mentoring managers and developing leadership capability
• Forward-thinking, methodical, and confident handling complex contract landscapes
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills using company systems and Microsoft tools
• Full UK driving licence - national travel required

Summary

Position: Framework Director

Location: Covers North of UK and can be based out of Liverpool, Middlesbrough, Leeds or Birmingham

Salary: £90,000 - £102,000 includes Bonus and Company Car

Duration: Permanent

Start: Notice Dependent

This is a high-profile opportunity for a commercially-minded leader to shape and drive the delivery of major UK frameworks in a critical infrastructure sector.

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