Director - Building Services

We invite you to bring your expertise as a Building Services Director to join our Building Services team based in London. We are looking for an inspirational leader to build new relationships with clients, while supporting the growth and leadership of the London and Cambridge Building Services team over the coming years.

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future, and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies, and people around the world.

About the role

Ramboll has ambitious growth plans in the UK, with its thriving UK HQ in London playing a central role. Ramboll aspires to grow their UK Building Services team by 30% over the next few years. Strengthening and expanding our senior project leadership and work-winning capabilities in London is key to these plans.

Our strategy to be the 'Partner for Sustainable Change' is fundamental to our evolution. As our new Director, you will possess extensive knowledge of sustainability targets, carbon management, regenerative design, and low/NZC building design. These skills will enable you to implement our strategy effectively for both Ramboll and our clients.

Ramboll is commissioned to design extraordinary, iconic projects. The successful candidate will have the experience and skills to deliver these projects with technical excellence, ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability. Proven success in delivering building services and multidisciplinary projects is essential.

Joining the established London and Cambridge Building Services senior leadership team, you will support team management, growth, development, financial performance, client relationships, and business development.

This role reports to the Head of Building Services for London and Cambridge, supporting over 75 MEP engineers and related teams.

You will join our Building Services Department

Our team emphasizes digitally-enabled technical delivery, low/NZC building design, and client care. We aim to enhance our local leadership to influence engagement and business development further. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment for your growth.

Main Role Responsibilities

• Enhance Ramboll's building services profile in London, the UK, and internationally through networking, seminars, thought leadership, and business development.
• Support and develop the existing team of Building Services Engineers.
• Implement our 'Partner for Sustainable Change' strategy.
• Promote Ramboll's multi-discipline capabilities locally.
• Lead project delivery profitably and to client satisfaction, assuming full technical and commercial responsibility.
• Demonstrate excellent project management and technical skills, especially in sustainable, low-energy building services design.
• Oversee financial performance of the team.
• Attract talented recruits to build a skilled, diverse, and highly regarded team.
• Coordinate with other UK Building Services teams to optimize workload and capacity.

Your starting point for growth

From day one, we support your personal and professional development. Your background should include:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and Chartered Engineer status.
• In-depth knowledge of the Manchester market.
• Experience leading major projects.
• Enthusiasm for digital design innovation and smart design.
• A strong reputation as a trusted Building Services leader.
• Solid client-facing skills, including presenting, proposal negotiation, and resource procurement.
• Proven ability to win business and support pipeline growth.
• Leadership aptitude and ambition for senior roles.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Personal qualities include being client-focused, detail-oriented, motivating, and confidence-inspiring.

Welcome to our Buildings division

As a top 10 building designer globally, Ramboll works on over 10,000 projects annually, with 4,000 experts dedicated to creating innovative, sustainable, and livable buildings.

Ramboll in the United Kingdom

Ranked a Top 10 UK consultant, Ramboll employs 1,500 professionals across 17 offices, delivering solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, Energy, Water, and Management Consulting. We offer challenging and inspiring projects in a friendly, open, and supportive environment.