Operation Director

Reference: 30829034034_1787573406

MEP Operations Director (Mechanical or Electrical)
London | Hybrid Working | Future Leadership Opportunity


My client is looking for an ambitious Operations Director to join our growing London-based building services consultancy.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical or Electrical building services professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a significant role in the future direction of the business.
They deliver high-quality MEP and sustainable building services consultancy across a diverse range of sectors, including residential, education, commercial, industrial and warehouse/distribution projects. Our work spans mechanical, electrical, public health, fire protection, sustainability, building performance and vertical transportation.


This isnt simply another Operations Director position.
We are looking for someone who wants to help shape the future of, develop our people, strengthen client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
For the right individual, there is a genuine opportunity to become a future leader of the business, with the potential to participate in the ownership of the company through shares/equity as your contribution and leadership develop.


The Role
As Operations Director, you will play a senior leadership role within, combining technical expertise, operational leadership, commercial awareness and client management.
You will work closely with the existing leadership team to ensure projects are delivered to the highest technical and professional standards while helping to develop our people, clients and future strategy.
You will have the autonomy to make a genuine impact and will be expected to become a visible and influential member of the business.


Key Responsibilities
* Provide senior leadership across a portfolio of MEP consultancy projects.
* Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams, creating an environment where people can develop and progress.
* Maintain strong relationships with existing clients while helping to develop new client opportunities.
* Take responsibility for project delivery, ensuring quality, programme and commercial performance are maintained.
* Provide strategic technical and operational input across projects from inception through to completion.
* Support the Directors in developing and implementing the companys growth strategy.
* Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, processes and ways of working.
* Support the continued development of MEP and sustainability offering.
* Oversee and support project teams across sectors including residential, education, commercial, industrial and warehouse/distribution.
* Assist with resource planning, recruitment and the development of future senior engineers.
* Take an active role in winning new work, developing client relationships and supporting fee proposals and tenders.
* Represent the company at client, design team and industry meetings.
* Maintain the high standards of technical excellence and client service for which they are well known for.
* Contribute to the companys long-term leadership and succession planning.


Who Were Looking For
We are looking for an experienced building services professional who has the ambition, commercial understanding and leadership ability to become a key figure within the business.
You could come from either a Mechanical or Electrical engineering background. What matters most is your ability to lead people, manage clients, understand the commercial side of consultancy and contribute strategically to the growth of a business.


Ideally, you will have:
* A strong background in building services / MEP consultancy.
* A Mechanical or Electrical engineering background.
* Significant experience delivering complex building services projects.
* Strong knowledge of project delivery, design management and consultancy operations.
* Experience managing and developing engineering teams.
* Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
* Commercial awareness and an understanding of consultancy profitability.
* The ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
* A genuine interest in developing people and building high-performing teams.
* The ambition to become part of the long-term leadership of.
Chartered status or relevant professional membership would be advantageous but is not essential.


Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join an established consultancy with over 50 years of building services experience, a strong reputation across London and the UK, and a growing focus on sustainable and high-performance buildings.
More importantly, this role offers the opportunity to build something for the future.
Future Leadership & Ownership
We want to attract someone who doesnt just want their next job - they want to become part of the future leadership team.
As you establish yourself within and demonstrate your contribution to the continued success of the business, there will be an opportunity to participate in the ownership of the company through shares/equity.
This is a long-term career opportunity for someone who wants their success to be directly connected to the success of the business.


Benefits
Competitive salary - reflective of your experience and leadership capability.
Potential share/equity opportunity for the right individual as part of their long-term progression.
Private healthcare.
Life insurance from day one.
Hybrid working - combining the flexibility of working remotely with collaboration in our London office.
Flexible working hours - with the option for an early start or early finish where appropriate.
Generous holiday allowance.
Professional development and support for continued career progression.
The opportunity to work alongside an experienced senior leadership team.
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of technically interesting and high-profile projects.
A genuine opportunity to influence the direction and growth of the business.


The Culture
We believe our people are central to our success.
Our culture is built around collaboration, technical excellence, passion for results and continually improving how we work. We also have a strong track record of promoting people from within and supporting ambitious individuals who want to progress their careers.
This role is therefore suited to someone who wants to be more than a project leader.
We want someone who wants to lead people, develop clients, influence strategy and ultimately help shape the next chapter.
Location & Working Arrangements
Location: London
Working: Hybrid
Hours: Flexible working, including the option for an early start or early finish by agreement.
Right to Work


Please note: this position is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.


Interested?
If youre an experienced Mechanical or Electrical building services professional who is ready to take on a genuine leadership opportunity - and you want the potential to become part of the future ownership of a successful consultancy - wed like to hear from you.
This is an opportunity to join at an exciting stage of its development and help shape what comes next.
Apply now for a confidential by sending your CV to [email protected]

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£90,000.00 - £120,000.00
Per annum
GBP90000.00 - GBP120000.00 per annum + plus package
Added 24/08/2026
Reference: 30829034034_1787573406

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