Director of Data Centres and Mission Critical Operations

3 weeks ago


Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hoare Lea Full time
Job Title: Director (Data Centres and Mission Critical)

Bristol

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director to lead our Data Centres and Mission Critical sector. As a key member of our Sector Leadership team, you will be responsible for managing and directing projects, meeting with clients, and providing technical leadership and guidance.

About the Role

As a Director, you will be responsible for:

  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients and encouraging repeat business opportunities
  • Leading large-scale complex projects in the UK and internationally
  • Working with and refining strict governance processes associated with Mission Critical projects
  • Broadening and building upon the services offered within your area of responsibility or expertise
  • Developing leadership and supporting relevant directors in strategic direction of the business
  • Leading bid preparation and coordinating tender activities with other disciplines both internally and externally
  • Leading, coordinating, and agreeing appointments in conjunction with the Risk Management Group
  • Planning, leading, and managing medium- to large-scale projects within the office
  • Being accountable for communicating, coordinating, and managing resources to ensure successful delivery of projects
  • Being accountable to the client and firm for the successful delivery of all projects within your business area
  • Authoring complex documents and overseeing and reviewing documentation authored by others
  • Being accountable for achieving financial targets within your area of the business or projects
  • Being accountable for the financial management, invoicing, debtor chasing, fee variations, and final account settlement on projects under your direction
  • Facilitating and introducing new work stream activities within your area of the business to improve efficiency and motivation within the teams
  • Providing guidance and technical support and assistance to engineering staff at all levels to ensure that the most appropriate design solutions are provided
  • Providing expert technical support as part of project joint ventures within the firm
  • Contributing to the work of the Technical Group
  • Promoting and enabling a culture of innovation and ideas generation within the business area
  • Providing a firm-wide contribution within your area of technical expertise
  • Leading by example, role-modeling positive behaviors, and actively influencing others to do the same
  • Inputting to the recruitment process for the business area and carrying out interviews and assisting in the selection process of suitable candidates at all levels
  • Supporting the training coordinators and developing/overseeing staff training requirements for the business area
  • Supporting the directors in the overall development of the business area

Requirements

We are looking for a candidate with:

  • Ability to deal with difficult situations in a non-adversarial manner
  • Qualified and recognized in industry with Incorporated/Chartered status
  • Recognized Project Management qualifications (Prince II or similar)
  • Strong technical knowledge in the primary area of expertise and work to relevant and applicable regulations, design guides, etc.
  • Good understanding of other disciplines
  • IT literate with a technical understanding of relevant IT packages
  • Excellent written and spoken English skills
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines
  • Extensive relevant industry experience
  • Commitment to effectively deliver to demanding timescales
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Works under own initiative and under increased pressure
  • Provides a lead role in an integrated project design team with other construction professionals
  • Acts in a professional, personable, and competent manner
  • Positively leads a team
  • Proactively supports and motivates team members
  • Develops effective client and fellow professional relationships for future business growth
  • Shows commitment to personal and continuing professional development
  • Actively contributes to the wider engineering and construction industry

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, industry-leading training and development, and a range of benefits, including:

  • Private medical scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Income protection
  • Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme
  • Days annual leave, increasing to with length of service
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Enhanced Paternity, Maternity & Shared Parental Leave
  • Season Ticket Loans
  • Professional membership subscription
  • Flexitime
  • Flexible benefits
  • Hybrid Working – activity-based approach
  • Employee stock purchase plan – a voluntary program which allows eligible employees to purchase Tetra Tech common stock at a % discount
  • Holiday buy & sell up to 5 days
  • Study Assistance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Sabbatical Leave
  • Other flexible benefits include gym and retail discounts, travel & dental insurance, and GAYE (Give as you Earn)

How to Apply

To apply, please complete a CV profile and submit your application. For further information, please contact us.

We are committed to being a place where underrepresented individuals and communities are not just included, but where marginalized knowledge and experience is valued, amplified, and harnessed. So, we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, people of the Global Majority, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, neurodivergent people, and those from all other underrepresented or marginalized groups. To learn more about our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion, see our website.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.

Flexible working

We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.



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