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Associate Director - Building Services

£45.2 - £52.7 per hourEstimated
Full-time

The Opportunity


We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Associate Director - Building Services to join a growing, forward-thinking consultancy. This is a pivotal leadership role offering a clear and supported pathway to Directorship. You'll play a key role in shaping the business, leading high-profile projects, developing client relationships, and mentoring teams - while being actively supported in your progression to board-level leadership.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the delivery of complex building services projects across sectors (e.g. commercial, residential, healthcare, education)
  • Manage and grow key client relationships, identifying new business opportunities
  • Provide technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, or multidisciplinary teams
  • Oversee project performance, ensuring quality, profitability, and client satisfaction
  • Mentor and develop junior and senior engineers, building a high-performing team
  • Contribute to strategic planning and business growth initiatives

About You

  • Proven experience in a senior building services role (Principal / Associate level or above)
  • Strong technical expertise in building services engineering (M&E or multidisciplinary)
  • Demonstrated success in project leadership and client management
  • Commercially aware with a track record of winning and delivering work
  • Aspiration to progress into a Director-level role
  • Chartered status (or working towards) preferred

What We Offer

  • Clear route to Directorship with structured progression and mentorship
  • Opportunity to influence company strategy and growth
  • Competitive salary (DOE) / route to shares
  • Flexible / hybrid working
  • Professional development and support toward leadership goals
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your voice is heard

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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