Director of Engineering

Engineering Director

Location:

Just outside Birmingham (Hybrid – 2/3 days per week in office)Salary:

Up to £95,000 + car allowance + bonus + benefitsThey cannot provide sponsorshipAbout the Company

Our client is a leading renewables consultancy, committed to supporting organisations on their journey to net zero. With a unique suite of services, they develop tailored, sustainable solutions that help clients reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and cut carbon emissions.Their team is passionate about innovation and technical excellence, providing expert engineering and informed consultancy to clients across both the private and public sectors. A positive, growth-focused environment allows individuals to thrive professionally and personally.The Role

The Engineering Director will be responsible for leading and managing three core technical teams: Mechanical and Electrical (MandE) Design, Climate Change Engineers (CCE), and Energy Services. This is a strategic leadership role, accountable for departmental performance, team development, client delivery, and commercial success.The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with strong commercial acumen, leading service delivery across a broad range of engineering and consultancy disciplines including MandE design (RIBA stages 1–7), decarbonisation planning, site-based engineering activities, and renewable energy infrastructure.This role requires regular client engagement, project leadership, and input into future service development to ensure the consultancy remains at the forefront of the evolving energy landscape.Key Responsibilities

Engineering and Commercial DeliveryLead the planning, forecasting, and delivery of the MandE Design, CCE, and Energy Services departments.Own and deliver departmental budgets, ensuring financial control and profitability.Build and maintain a robust pipeline of revenue-generating engineering work.Develop and maintain technical partnerships that support growth and innovation.Oversee technical consultancy projects including MandE surveys, EV infrastructure, Solar PV, and related design and site services.Stay informed of emerging technologies, schemes, and regulatory changes (e.g. PSDS, LCSF, HDP, ESOS, CCA and CCL) and translate this into service offerings.Guide clients through complex MandE requirements, from feasibility to operation.Strategic LeadershipProvide clear leadership across all engineering functions, aligned with organisational objectives.Inspire, coach, and mentor team members to deliver exceptional service and develop professionally.Conduct regular one-to-ones and performance reviews; support ongoing training and development.Maintain alignment with HR and people policies to ensure a positive and compliant working culture.Collaborate cross-functionally with other business units to ensure seamless delivery and innovation.Skills, Knowledge and Experience

SkillsProven ability to lead multi-disciplinary engineering teamsStrong commercial and financial planning skillsExcellent interpersonal and organisational abilitiesHigh attention to detail, particularly in design and technical reviewClear communicator, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical audiencesKnowledge and QualificationsDeep technical understanding of MandE design and engineering servicesWorking knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirementsEducated to degree level in a relevant engineering or technical disciplineIdeally Chartered Engineer status (or working towards Chartership)Membership with relevant professional bodies (e.g. CIBSE, IET)Experience with software tools such as AutoCAD, Dialux, Trimble Amtech is beneficialExperience

Significant experience in energy reduction, building services design, or engineering consultancyTrack record of delivering complex engineering or construction projectsExperience in managing multi-phase projects including design, CDM, and cost controlComfortable working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with evolving ..... full job details .....