Job Description
Director & Business Unit Lead, EIA Property
Overview Our client is currently working on some of the largest urban regeneration schemes in London, working with a range of high-profile clients. They are seeking a driven, enthusiastic, and experienced Technical Director to lead their EIA Property team.
The candidate will ideally be based in London, but they are open to applications in Manchester or Birmingham.
The Role The successful candidate will be expected to have expert knowledge of EIA, guidance, and the planning process, along with a proven track record of managing and leading multidisciplinary teams for EIA, on time and on budget. The role will work closely with internal teams (including Planning, Acoustics, Air Quality, Social Value, Socio Economics, Digital Delivery, Ecology, and EIA Infrastructure) and a wide range of external partners to deliver across a range of projects.
The ideal candidate will have an established network of contacts in the property and housing sector and be able to demonstrate business development capability and relationship building.
They would expect the successful candidate to have the following:
Proven experience of and ability to manage and scale a team of direct reports, ensuring profitability of the business unit and consistent growth year on year. 12+ years of relevant experience within the environment, property, planning, and sustainability sectors. Proven track record of business development capability including networking, bid writing, and key client management. Track record of leading and delivering EIA urban regeneration and property projects in the UK. An existing portfolio of clients and a well-established network of contacts within the housing and property sectors across the United Kingdom. Proven ability to forge and nurture relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Expert knowledge of EIA principles and methodologies. Proven project management and people management experience. Ability to provide expert advice on environmental issues relating to planning, EIA, and strategic advice. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Significant experience in a client-facing role, providing advice direct to clients. Ability to take the lead in challenging situations in a confident and proactive manner. Excellent knowledge of project and business financial and management systems. Ability to monitor and report on KPI data. Chartered Membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g., IEMA). Knowledge of Integrated Management Systems including Environment management processes.
The candidate will be expected to lead or contribute to bids for projects of all scales. Their role within project delivery will be as project director, framework manager, and/or technical lead. They will also be expected to manage people, including the performance management, training, and mentoring of team members. Demonstrable knowledge of EIA Property methodologies is essential. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. They expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Director & Business Unit Lead, EIA Property
Overview Our client is currently working on some of the largest urban regeneration schemes in London, working with a range of high-profile clients. They are seeking a driven, enthusiastic, and experienced Technical Director to lead their EIA Property team.
The candidate will ideally be based in London, but they are open to applications in Manchester or Birmingham.
The Role The successful candidate will be expected to have expert knowledge of EIA, guidance, and the planning process, along with a proven track record of managing and leading multidisciplinary teams for EIA, on time and on budget. The role will work closely with internal teams (including Planning, Acoustics, Air Quality, Social Value, Socio Economics, Digital Delivery, Ecology, and EIA Infrastructure) and a wide range of external partners to deliver across a range of projects.
The ideal candidate will have an established network of contacts in the property and housing sector and be able to demonstrate business development capability and relationship building.
They would expect the successful candidate to have the following:
Proven experience of and ability to manage and scale a team of direct reports, ensuring profitability of the business unit and consistent growth year on year. 12+ years of relevant experience within the environment, property, planning, and sustainability sectors. Proven track record of business development capability including networking, bid writing, and key client management. Track record of leading and delivering EIA urban regeneration and property projects in the UK. An existing portfolio of clients and a well-established network of contacts within the housing and property sectors across the United Kingdom. Proven ability to forge and nurture relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Expert knowledge of EIA principles and methodologies. Proven project management and people management experience. Ability to provide expert advice on environmental issues relating to planning, EIA, and strategic advice. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Significant experience in a client-facing role, providing advice direct to clients. Ability to take the lead in challenging situations in a confident and proactive manner. Excellent knowledge of project and business financial and management systems. Ability to monitor and report on KPI data. Chartered Membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g., IEMA). Knowledge of Integrated Management Systems including Environment management processes.
The candidate will be expected to lead or contribute to bids for projects of all scales. Their role within project delivery will be as project director, framework manager, and/or technical lead. They will also be expected to manage people, including the performance management, training, and mentoring of team members. Demonstrable knowledge of EIA Property methodologies is essential. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. They expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. #J-18808-Ljbffr
