Director of Operations

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Overview

Department: M&E | Employment Type: Full-Time

A well-established, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking a Building Services Director to lead their Cambridge team. The role offers the chance to manage and grow a talented team while delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical engineering projects across multiple sectors including commercial, education, residential, and defence.

If you’re a strategic leader with hands-on expertise in building services and are looking to make an impact, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice and shape the future of the Cambridge team.

Responsibilities

  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Resource planning
  • Marketing and business development
  • Ensuring designs meet the highest quality standards

Requirements

  • Degree or MSc in a relevant discipline; CEng/CIBSE or IMechE status preferred
  • Strong financial awareness and experience managing budgets and targets
  • Proven business development and client relationship skills
  • Full clean driving license and access to transport
  • Demonstrable CPD in building services

Benefits

This role provides a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth, flexible working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Company: Manpower UK
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Location: Oakington
Job Description:

Overview

Department: M&E | Employment Type: Full-Time

A well-established, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking a Building Services Director to lead their Cambridge team. The role offers the chance to manage and grow a talented team while delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical engineering projects across multiple sectors including commercial, education, residential, and defence.

If you’re a strategic leader with hands-on expertise in building services and are looking to make an impact, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice and shape the future of the Cambridge team.

Responsibilities

  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Resource planning
  • Marketing and business development
  • Ensuring designs meet the highest quality standards

Requirements

  • Degree or MSc in a relevant discipline; CEng/CIBSE or IMechE status preferred
  • Strong financial awareness and experience managing budgets and targets
  • Proven business development and client relationship skills
  • Full clean driving license and access to transport
  • Demonstrable CPD in building services

Benefits

This role provides a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth, flexible working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Posted: February 8th, 2026