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Job Description
About the role:
We are currently seeking to appoint a Water Solutions Director - England & Wales to lead the Water Solutions business in England & Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Water UK&I leadership team and assume overall responsibility for the performance of the sub-business unit comprising circa 240 employees.
Reporting directly to the Water Business Unit Director, you will play a crucial role in leading and growing our Water Solutions business in England & Wales focusing on key Water Utility clients.
The water solutions business works with clients to create sustainable solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure that safeguard human health and enhance the environment. Our projects deliver a wide range of customer and environmental outcomes, creating resilient assets that provide reliable potable and industrial water supply, effective wastewater collection and treatment, and sustainable stormwater management.
With full accountability for the financial performance of the business segment, you will be instrumental in driving growth and innovation. Your exceptional leadership skills, extensive market knowledge, and expertise in driving strategy and operations will contribute to our commitment to delivering a better world.
About You:
You are a highly motivated, organized, and proactive leader with a proven track record in leading and growing water businesses, business development, bidding and delivering major projects and strategy implementation. Your in-depth understanding of the UK&I Water market will be integral to our success. With extensive experience in leading diverse teams in a fast-paced environment, you have excelled in planning, designing, and delivering projects while implementing data-led performance improvements. As a champion of equity, diversity, and inclusion, you believe in creating a workplace that embraces and celebrates the unique talents and backgrounds of every individual.
Key Responsibilities:
- Report directly to the Water Business Unit Director and collaborate with fellow Business Directors and other leadership.
- Develop and implement a growth plan aligned to the EWE Strategic Plan for the Water Solutions - England & Wales business.
- Full accountability for the P&L performance of Water Solutions - England & Wales versus the financial plan and outlook.
- Drive a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work, by upholding AECOMs values and promoting employee engagement and continuous development.
- Initiate and lead recruitment of strategic and/or senior hires.
- Ensure successful management of projects/programs within Water Solutions - England & Wales from proposal development to completion.
- Implement change programs to increase efficiency, profitability, and quality of operations within the Water Solutions - England & Wales business.
- Maintain and secure new business opportunities to drive growth while ensuring client satisfaction.
- Support the development and implementation of innovative and digital solutions to enhance business performance.
- Collaborate with other business units within EWE UK&I and across AECOM globally.
- Lead by example by visibly driving SH&E culture and ensuring effective implementation of AECOM SH&E policies.
Qualifications
- Experience in a senior leadership role within a matrixed multinational Environmental Consultancy or a key supplier to the Water Sector.
- Demonstrated success in building, developing and leading leadership teams and multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Good understanding of Water markets and the socio-political and economic drivers across the European geography.
- Proven ability to provide positive and growth-oriented leadership.
- Extensive experience in leading and implementing change programs.
- Strong financial and budget management skills.
- Successful track record in securing new work and maintaining existing contracts.
- Strong attention to detail and experience delivering successful health & safety initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and proactive approach to work.
Additional Information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Membership of a recognized professional body relative to our core markets.
- Masters or Engineering Degree in an appropriate field.
- Experience in leading large teams and successful financial performance of large P&Ls.
- Strong organizational skills and results orientation.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Alignment with AECOMs values, demonstrated through previous experiences.
As an inclusive leader, you will:
- Demonstrate dedication to driving our inclusion strategy.
- Build a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- Lead with empathy, respect, and understanding.
- Encourage a work environment where employees can grow and innovate.
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