Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Twickenham Teddington, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 77 children in a boutique nursery located in a large, converted home within a residential area of Teddington. Our nursery is thoughtfully separated into four spacious rooms catering to babies, 1-2-year-olds, toddlers, and preschoolers. Just an 8-minute stroll from Teddington High Street, many of our parents live nearby and walk to the nursery, but we are also well-positioned for those using public transport, with multiple bus routes serving Teddington High Street and Teddington Train Station only a 7-minute walk away, offering South Central services into London Waterloo.We pride ourselves on providing top-quality childcare, featuring nutritious meals with a 5-star rating from the EHO and a recently refurbished garden that includes a large outdoor space and a separate safe area for babies. Our cozy baby room is equipped with an attached sleep room, and we have a total of four childcare rooms across two floors. Our long-standing staff members bring up to 15 years of experience, ensuring quality care and support for every child. Additionally, we offer extracurricular activities such as sports and dance, and we regularly welcome visits from the police and fire department, as well as a pottery club that joins us for annual celebrations. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Twickenham Teddington, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 77 children in a boutique nursery located in a large, converted home within a residential area of Teddington. Our nursery is thoughtfully separated into four spacious rooms catering to babies, 1-2-year-olds, toddlers, and preschoolers. Just an 8-minute stroll from Teddington High Street, many of our parents live nearby and walk to the nursery, but we are also well-positioned for those using public transport, with multiple bus routes serving Teddington High Street and Teddington Train Station only a 7-minute walk away, offering South Central services into London Waterloo.We pride ourselves on providing top-quality childcare, featuring nutritious meals with a 5-star rating from the EHO and a recently refurbished garden that includes a large outdoor space and a separate safe area for babies. Our cozy baby room is equipped with an attached sleep room, and we have a total of four childcare rooms across two floors. Our long-standing staff members bring up to 15 years of experience, ensuring quality care and support for every child. Additionally, we offer extracurricular activities such as sports and dance, and we regularly welcome visits from the police and fire department, as well as a pottery club that joins us for annual celebrations. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Description About the Role 'Getting Stuck In' is one of our key values, and we're looking for new Team Members who love doing just that! Instead of working in one department, we're looking for new Team Members to work across different teams on resort to support our guests and provide them with a fantastic experience during their stay with Butlin's. As a Team Member Plus, you will work on Monday and Fridays cleaning our guest accommodation and then will work in other areas for the rest of the week. This could be with our sports & activities, restaurant & quick-serve food, bars & shops, fairground or buffets departments. There may be times that you will work in more than one of these areas. If you have any of the following FA Level 1 football, Archery GB ERCA, High Ropes , NCPLH personal license qualifications we'd love to hear from you too. About You We're looking for high spirited and fun-loving multi-taskers who love learning new things and working with a like-minded group of people. Previous experience is not necessary as we will give you all the training you need. We are much more interested in your attitude, mindset and a passion for making a difference to our guests. If you're a team player with energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in, this could be just the role for you! If you enjoy working with others, are ready to learn something new, roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and have some fun - we might have your next job waiting for you. No experience? No problem! We will provide you with all the support and training you need to ensure you develop the skills to work confidently in all areas relevant to your role. you will have a comprehensive 90 day induction plan and are buddied up during your learning time to understand the full ins and outs of the role. No two days are ever the same and you should enjoy the variety of working with lots of different team members and guests. You'll be chatting to guests and enjoy being part of a team of people who want to learn and build on all aspects of their hospitality skills. If you have your sights set on a career with Butlin's, this role provides the perfect opportunity to get some hands-on experience in some of our most guest-facing areas. Typical working hours covers 35 hours a week and you will need to be aged 18 or over for this role. Live in accommodation may be available for those relocating to the area. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Description About the Role 'Getting Stuck In' is one of our key values, and we're looking for new Team Members who love doing just that! Instead of working in one department, we're looking for new Team Members to work across different teams on resort to support our guests and provide them with a fantastic experience during their stay with Butlin's. As a Team Member Plus, you will work on Monday and Fridays cleaning our guest accommodation and then will work in other areas for the rest of the week. This could be with our sports & activities, restaurant & quick-serve food, bars & shops, fairground or buffets departments. There may be times that you will work in more than one of these areas. If you have any of the following FA Level 1 football, Archery GB ERCA, High Ropes , NCPLH personal license qualifications we'd love to hear from you too. About You We're looking for high spirited and fun-loving multi-taskers who love learning new things and working with a like-minded group of people. Previous experience is not necessary as we will give you all the training you need. We are much more interested in your attitude, mindset and a passion for making a difference to our guests. If you're a team player with energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in, this could be just the role for you! If you enjoy working with others, are ready to learn something new, roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and have some fun - we might have your next job waiting for you. No experience? No problem! We will provide you with all the support and training you need to ensure you develop the skills to work confidently in all areas relevant to your role. you will have a comprehensive 90 day induction plan and are buddied up during your learning time to understand the full ins and outs of the role. No two days are ever the same and you should enjoy the variety of working with lots of different team members and guests. You'll be chatting to guests and enjoy being part of a team of people who want to learn and build on all aspects of their hospitality skills. If you have your sights set on a career with Butlin's, this role provides the perfect opportunity to get some hands-on experience in some of our most guest-facing areas. Typical working hours covers 35 hours a week and you will need to be aged 18 or over for this role. Live in accommodation may be available for those relocating to the area. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!
Description About the Role 'Getting Stuck In' is one of our key values, and we're looking for new Team Members who love doing just that! Instead of working in one department, we're looking for new Team Members to work across different teams on resort to support our guests and provide them with a fantastic experience during their stay with Butlin's. As a Team Member Plus, you will work on Monday and Fridays cleaning our guest accommodation and then will work in other areas for the rest of the week. This could be with our sports & activities, restaurant & quick-serve food, bars & shops, fairground or buffets departments. There may be times that you will work in more than one of these areas. If you have any of the following FA Level 1 football, Archery GB ERCA, High Ropes , NCPLH personal license qualifications we'd love to hear from you too. About You We're looking for high spirited and fun-loving multi-taskers who love learning new things and working with a like-minded group of people. Previous experience is not necessary as we will give you all the training you need. We are much more interested in your attitude, mindset and a passion for making a difference to our guests. If you're a team player with energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in, this could be just the role for you! If you enjoy working with others, are ready to learn something new, roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and have some fun - we might have your next job waiting for you. No experience? No problem! We will provide you with all the support and training you need to ensure you develop the skills to work confidently in all areas relevant to your role. you will have a comprehensive 90 day induction plan and are buddied up during your learning time to understand the full ins and outs of the role. No two days are ever the same and you should enjoy the variety of working with lots of different team members and guests. You'll be chatting to guests and enjoy being part of a team of people who want to learn and build on all aspects of their hospitality skills. If you have your sights set on a career with Butlin's, this role provides the perfect opportunity to get some hands-on experience in some of our most guest-facing areas. Typical working hours covers 35 hours a week and you will need to be aged 18 or over for this role. Live in accommodation may be available for those relocating to the area. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Description About the Role 'Getting Stuck In' is one of our key values, and we're looking for new Team Members who love doing just that! Instead of working in one department, we're looking for new Team Members to work across different teams on resort to support our guests and provide them with a fantastic experience during their stay with Butlin's. As a Team Member Plus, you will work on Monday and Fridays cleaning our guest accommodation and then will work in other areas for the rest of the week. This could be with our sports & activities, restaurant & quick-serve food, bars & shops, fairground or buffets departments. There may be times that you will work in more than one of these areas. If you have any of the following FA Level 1 football, Archery GB ERCA, High Ropes , NCPLH personal license qualifications we'd love to hear from you too. About You We're looking for high spirited and fun-loving multi-taskers who love learning new things and working with a like-minded group of people. Previous experience is not necessary as we will give you all the training you need. We are much more interested in your attitude, mindset and a passion for making a difference to our guests. If you're a team player with energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in, this could be just the role for you! If you enjoy working with others, are ready to learn something new, roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and have some fun - we might have your next job waiting for you. No experience? No problem! We will provide you with all the support and training you need to ensure you develop the skills to work confidently in all areas relevant to your role. you will have a comprehensive 90 day induction plan and are buddied up during your learning time to understand the full ins and outs of the role. No two days are ever the same and you should enjoy the variety of working with lots of different team members and guests. You'll be chatting to guests and enjoy being part of a team of people who want to learn and build on all aspects of their hospitality skills. If you have your sights set on a career with Butlin's, this role provides the perfect opportunity to get some hands-on experience in some of our most guest-facing areas. Typical working hours covers 35 hours a week and you will need to be aged 18 or over for this role. Live in accommodation may be available for those relocating to the area. About Butlin's At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture! We're all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other - this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!
We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a respected, multi-disciplinary architectural practice with a strong national presence. With a network of over 200 professionals across 9 offices and a turnover exceeding 20 million, this employee-owned practice continues to grow through its commitment to design excellence, collaboration, and client-focused delivery. They are seeking a talented Senior Architect to join their growing Birmingham team. The practice delivers award-winning projects across a wide range of sectors including Education, Residential, Healthcare, Commercial, Transport, and Leisure. Their current projects focus are for various Education projects ( 1m - 40m) and large scale Healthcare projects (up to 400m). experience within either sector would be beneficial but not essential. Our client are a Revit using Consultancy so experience with the software would be essential. They are also fairly receptive in their search, so Architects across various levels are encouraged to apply. Senior Architect Salary & Benefits Competitive salary 45,000 - 55,000 DOE (Potentially more for a very good candidate) Company pension - salary exchange scheme with 4% employer contributions Life assurance scheme Season ticket loan for commuting and parking Paid professional fees, memberships and subscriptions 25 days holiday, increasing to 27 days, after 3 years, plus public holidays Holiday enhance - option to buy extra leave via salary exchange Hybrid working - 2 days a week Company car / car allowance (dependant on role) Company mobile phone (dependant on role) Flexible working options Sabbatical leave Health cash plan with support for prescriptions, dental and optical costs Cycle to Work scheme Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) scheme with BUPA Critical Illness Insurance Discretionary bonus scheme Return to work baby bonus Continuous development / learning Support for further education and paid study leave Sports and social activities Annual Winter / Summer parties Senior Architect Job Overview Take receipt of a brief and develop it into a design in line with the RIBA Plan of Work Achieve efficient and effective designs using robust and sustainable design solutions Prepare compliant designs by following UK Construction Law, British Standards and relevant CoPs Participate in Project Reviews and coordination workshops Assist in gathering and preparing information required to support statutory submissions, such as Planning, Building Regulations and Building Safety Gateways Negotiate with statutory bodies, write reports and complete statutory submissions (Planning Applications / Gateway submissions / Building Regulations etc) Attend meetings and workshops with Clients, Designers, Contractors, and other Specialists Senior Architect Job Requirements Demonstrable experience in leading the delivery of production packages Good knowledge of Revit Good knowledge of UK Construction and Building Law Live within a commutable distance of Central Birmingham (Birmingham New Street) ARB registered Architect Proven commercial and contractual awareness Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a respected, multi-disciplinary architectural practice with a strong national presence. With a network of over 200 professionals across 9 offices and a turnover exceeding 20 million, this employee-owned practice continues to grow through its commitment to design excellence, collaboration, and client-focused delivery. They are seeking a talented Senior Architect to join their growing Birmingham team. The practice delivers award-winning projects across a wide range of sectors including Education, Residential, Healthcare, Commercial, Transport, and Leisure. Their current projects focus are for various Education projects ( 1m - 40m) and large scale Healthcare projects (up to 400m). experience within either sector would be beneficial but not essential. Our client are a Revit using Consultancy so experience with the software would be essential. They are also fairly receptive in their search, so Architects across various levels are encouraged to apply. Senior Architect Salary & Benefits Competitive salary 45,000 - 55,000 DOE (Potentially more for a very good candidate) Company pension - salary exchange scheme with 4% employer contributions Life assurance scheme Season ticket loan for commuting and parking Paid professional fees, memberships and subscriptions 25 days holiday, increasing to 27 days, after 3 years, plus public holidays Holiday enhance - option to buy extra leave via salary exchange Hybrid working - 2 days a week Company car / car allowance (dependant on role) Company mobile phone (dependant on role) Flexible working options Sabbatical leave Health cash plan with support for prescriptions, dental and optical costs Cycle to Work scheme Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) scheme with BUPA Critical Illness Insurance Discretionary bonus scheme Return to work baby bonus Continuous development / learning Support for further education and paid study leave Sports and social activities Annual Winter / Summer parties Senior Architect Job Overview Take receipt of a brief and develop it into a design in line with the RIBA Plan of Work Achieve efficient and effective designs using robust and sustainable design solutions Prepare compliant designs by following UK Construction Law, British Standards and relevant CoPs Participate in Project Reviews and coordination workshops Assist in gathering and preparing information required to support statutory submissions, such as Planning, Building Regulations and Building Safety Gateways Negotiate with statutory bodies, write reports and complete statutory submissions (Planning Applications / Gateway submissions / Building Regulations etc) Attend meetings and workshops with Clients, Designers, Contractors, and other Specialists Senior Architect Job Requirements Demonstrable experience in leading the delivery of production packages Good knowledge of Revit Good knowledge of UK Construction and Building Law Live within a commutable distance of Central Birmingham (Birmingham New Street) ARB registered Architect Proven commercial and contractual awareness Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about our Property and Buildings business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings WSP The Building Services Technical Director forms part of the senior leadership for the Birmingham Team, responsible for leadership, strategic direction, and technical excellence. This role will oversee the delivery of complex MEP projects, ensure compliance with industry standards, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive technical innovation across all projects. The Technical Director plays a key role in business development, client engagement, and maintaining the company's reputation for quality and excellence in the built environment. A little more about your role Key Technical Requirements: General Meeting the requirements of a Technical Director - Electrical grade and have a proven track record in delivering projects for your discipline and in line with client expectations. Work in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a WSP project manager capacity on a wide range of projects. Supervise the completion of detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed/performance specification Act as the client's key point of contact and responsible for overall project delivery in terms of client deliverables and internal KPI's Able to work under the clear direction of the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs. Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and lead the overall feasibility study for the project. Business Development Understand the need to provide excellent client care & the opportunities to develop additional business for the team Assist with developing the client relationship to promote new commissions Promote WSP's capabilities and expertise in the region Management Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue. Development and line management of junior staff. Regularly brief the project team, explaining the appointment. Ensure contracts/letters of intent are in place for all projects before work starts Maintain project overview & understanding of the team workload & associated resource requirements, and work with the team leaders to ensure resources are fully utilised across your associated projects. Hold regular team meetings to discuss resourcing, staff issues, H&S, quality, training & development & all other relevant issues, including UK & Board briefs in support of your Discipline's Team Leader Your Team You will be based in our award winning Birmingham office at The Mailbox, offering easy commuting options and amenities just around the corner. Our growing Birmingham team consists of 50 plus MEP engineers. You will be working closely with these likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging Building Services MEP projects across healthcare, commercial offices, residential, industry, defense and sports & leisure. The team will be supported by local, regional and international experts. WSP care about your career development and offer mentorship and training aligned with your aspirations. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate Electrical Design Skills Low voltage distribution systems Cable calculations via ElectricalOM or Amtech /by hand Lighting calculations (via software and by hand) Energy lighting Small power Fire Detection & Alarm Intruder detection Access control & security systems Disabled call systems Data cabling and outlets Lightning protection Qualifications BEng/Bsc/MEng in applicable engineering discipline CIBSE / IET / Engineering Council Chartership RevitMEP training applied to the discipline Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. About Us We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Work-life balance At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity. Health & Wellbeing We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. Flex your time To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. Your development We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about our Property and Buildings business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings WSP The Building Services Technical Director forms part of the senior leadership for the Birmingham Team, responsible for leadership, strategic direction, and technical excellence. This role will oversee the delivery of complex MEP projects, ensure compliance with industry standards, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive technical innovation across all projects. The Technical Director plays a key role in business development, client engagement, and maintaining the company's reputation for quality and excellence in the built environment. A little more about your role Key Technical Requirements: General Meeting the requirements of a Technical Director - Electrical grade and have a proven track record in delivering projects for your discipline and in line with client expectations. Work in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a WSP project manager capacity on a wide range of projects. Supervise the completion of detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed/performance specification Act as the client's key point of contact and responsible for overall project delivery in terms of client deliverables and internal KPI's Able to work under the clear direction of the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs. Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and lead the overall feasibility study for the project. Business Development Understand the need to provide excellent client care & the opportunities to develop additional business for the team Assist with developing the client relationship to promote new commissions Promote WSP's capabilities and expertise in the region Management Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue. Development and line management of junior staff. Regularly brief the project team, explaining the appointment. Ensure contracts/letters of intent are in place for all projects before work starts Maintain project overview & understanding of the team workload & associated resource requirements, and work with the team leaders to ensure resources are fully utilised across your associated projects. Hold regular team meetings to discuss resourcing, staff issues, H&S, quality, training & development & all other relevant issues, including UK & Board briefs in support of your Discipline's Team Leader Your Team You will be based in our award winning Birmingham office at The Mailbox, offering easy commuting options and amenities just around the corner. Our growing Birmingham team consists of 50 plus MEP engineers. You will be working closely with these likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging Building Services MEP projects across healthcare, commercial offices, residential, industry, defense and sports & leisure. The team will be supported by local, regional and international experts. WSP care about your career development and offer mentorship and training aligned with your aspirations. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate Electrical Design Skills Low voltage distribution systems Cable calculations via ElectricalOM or Amtech /by hand Lighting calculations (via software and by hand) Energy lighting Small power Fire Detection & Alarm Intruder detection Access control & security systems Disabled call systems Data cabling and outlets Lightning protection Qualifications BEng/Bsc/MEng in applicable engineering discipline CIBSE / IET / Engineering Council Chartership RevitMEP training applied to the discipline Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. About Us We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Work-life balance At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity. Health & Wellbeing We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. Flex your time To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. Your development We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
