Defence & Security MEP Technical Lead

Arcadis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Defence & Security MEP Technical Lead to drive growth in the MEP design revenue within this sector. The role involves developing client relationships, leading a team, and ensuring high service delivery standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 15 years of MEP experience, and a track record in Defence & Security projects. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the MEP industry.
• Minimum of 5 years in the Defence & Security sector.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new opportunities to generate revenue.
• Develop enduring client relationships.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Client relationship management

Sales strategy development

Market research

Mentoring

MEP standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Arcadis Birmingham, United Kingdom

Role

Defence & Security MEP Technical Lead

Overview

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are a global team of more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries focused on improving quality of life. This role leads the growth of the MEP design revenue within the Defence & Security sector business unit and owns the service quality delivery of the discipline\7s projects. You will support the implementation of the strategy to ensure service quality delivery, service excellence and profitable growth within the business unit.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new opportunities to generate revenue and expand our client base, leveraging existing contacts and developing new ones.
• Develop enduring client relationships to understand business needs, ensure client satisfaction, improve retention, and drive organic revenue growth for both new and existing clients.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective sales strategies to achieve sector targets.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and potential opportunities.
• Support and lead the preparation and presentation of proposals, bids, and interviews to new and existing clients.
• Provide regular reports on growth, sales activities, pipeline status, and performance metrics to senior management.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the MEP business plan within the unit and ensure the team understands its role in achieving it.
• Maintain a strong understanding of MEP requirements and standards within Defence & Security to provide informed insights and solutions, including value propositions.
• Ensure the quality of deliverables meets company standards and client expectations.
• Motivate and develop a diverse team of engineers, reviewing performance to ensure staff are developed and capable of delivering sector projects and ambitions.
• Lead on the quality of delivery and service excellence to grow organic revenue in the sector.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of defence clients and the market to identify trends and opportunities.

Qualifications & experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the MEP industry.
• Minimum of 5 years in the Defence & Security sector.
• Existing client contacts with Contractors or Primes within the Defence & Security sector.
• Demonstrable portfolio of successful pursuits and completed projects in the Defence & Security sector.
• Proven track record of winning work with existing contacts and of bidding on work for new clients.
• In-depth knowledge of the Defence & Security sector and MEP standards/regulations within it.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance.

Desirable

• Experience working on USVF facilities
• DV clearance
• SC clearance

Why Arcadis?

We empower everyone to be their best. We pursue a skills-based approach that values diverse experience and expertise to shape your career path and maximize impact.

You will do meaningful work, helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Together we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: we strive to be an employer of choice and to provide a great place to work for all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to how we improve quality of life, and we work across six ED&I workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.

Note: This role is not a typical generic posting; it reflects Arcadis’ focus on specialised Defence & Security MEP leadership within the Birmingham region.