Strategic Director, Nuclear & Defence (South)

Mesh-AI Limited; Warwick; On-site; GBP 75,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Director for its Nuclear & Defence (South) portfolio in Warwick. This strategic role requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the nuclear and defence sectors, focusing on client engagement and operational oversight. Responsibilities include managing P&L performance and driving business growth across major programmes. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, relationship-building skills, and experience in managing large teams. This position offers exceptional salary and benefits within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership)

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in nuclear, defence, or major infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to manage large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Skills in client engagement, P&L management, and shaping business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, commercial, and operational leadership for the Nuclear & Defence (South) portfolio.
• Drive business growth and strengthen client partnerships.
• Oversee delivery of major programmes ensuring all KPIs and quality standards are met.

Skills

Commercially astute leadership

Strategic relationship building

Operational performance management

Delivery excellence

Education

Degree in technical, engineering, or project-related discipline

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Director for its Nuclear & Defence (South) portfolio in Warwick. This strategic role requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the nuclear and defence sectors, focusing on client engagement and operational oversight. Responsibilities include managing P&L performance and driving business growth across major programmes. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, relationship-building skills, and experience in managing large teams. This position offers exceptional salary and benefits within a collaborative environment.