Defence & Security MEP Technical Lead

Description

The role leads growth of MEP design revenue within the Defence & Security sector, ensuring service quality and profitable growth. Reporting to senior defence leaders, the incumbent will drive strategy implementation and oversee delivery excellence.

• Identify and pursue new opportunities to generate revenue and expand the client base through existing and new contacts.
• Develop enduring client relationships to understand business needs, improve retention, and drive organic revenue growth.
• Support the development and implementation of effective sales strategies to achieve sector targets.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and potential opportunities.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of proposals, bids, and interviews for new and existing clients.
• Provide regular reports on growth, sales activities, pipeline status, and performance metrics to senior management.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture.
• Contribute to the MEP business plan within the unit and ensure team alignment with its goals.
• Maintain a strong understanding of MEP requirements and standards in the Defence & Security sector to deliver informed solutions.
• Ensure deliverable quality meets company standards and client expectations.
• Motivate and develop a diverse engineering team, reviewing performance to ensure necessary skills for project delivery.
• Lead delivery quality and service excellence to drive organic revenue growth.
• Keep an up‑to‑date understanding of defence clients and market trends to identify emerging opportunities.

Requirements

The position requires a minimum Bachelor's in Engineering, at least 15 years of MEP experience, 5 years in Defence & Security, and established contacts with contractors or primes. Candidates must have a proven record of winning and delivering projects, deep sector knowledge, and the ability to obtain SC clearance.

Benefits

Arcadis offers a skills‑based career path, empowering employees to make sustainable impact, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion across six workstreams, fostering innovation and a great workplace.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance