Design jobs in United Kingdom

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development, implementation and management of the overall strategy and business plans for the MEP team including opportunities to drive growth and profit.
• Lead the development of project plans and drive implementation which ensures delivery is managed effectively (commercially, technically, financially) and minimizes risk to both Arup and the client.
• Establish and implement a strategic approach to client engagement and business development. Develop and maintain good relationships with industry networks, clients, architects, government agencies, JV partners, sub-consultants and construction contractors relevant to the MEP Teams activities.
• Responsible for leading teams for the development, design and management of large, complex, long-term projects either as lead designer or Technical/Project Director. This will involve coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, people, facilities, resources etc., within tight timelines and in line with budgetary constraints.
• Build a plan to achieve operating and financial plan targets and develop the group to enable a consistent and agreed profit margin and cash flow.
• Look to continually enhance our technical edge and our innovation in all the projects we deliver including driving a sustainability focus into our work.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the successful leadership and management of the design & construction of international airport projects OR projects of similar scale and complexity.
• You will be a Mechanical Professional Engineer (P.E) licensed by the Professional Engineers Board (PEB) of Singapore OR Chartered/Registered engineer of a recognized engineer international institution equivalent to PEB in Singapore.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in engineering consultancy and design including experience in advising clients on innovative, cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
• Experience in bidding for large scale projects, pitching to clients and strong contract negotiation skills.
• A broad knowledge of building services design issues (including ESD, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Hydraulics), to be able to lead a team working in these fields.