An international engineering and consulting firm designing and operating intelligent infrastructure and buildings.
Lead UK & Ireland transportation business, overseeing strategy, growth, P&L, and teams.
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
20,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Construction engineering
Mobility services
Project management
Architecture
Operation and maintenance
Inspection and certification
Sector Specialisms
Mobility and urban services
Road users services
On street parking management
Transport
Urban and transit
Rail
Air
Road
Role
Description
leadership
team mentoring
client engagement
operational planning
transport services
financial management
Vision and Leadership - Establish and maintain effective organisational structure and skill base to meet the needs of the business in the short and longer term.
Team Building and Mentoring - Lead the way on people management to drive a motivated disciplined and productive workforce. This includes effective staff leadership, performance management by setting objectives and driving appraisals and communication.
Client and Communication - Participate with select clients and key accounts on current and future business opportunities.
Operational Capability - Responsible for planning, operation and growth of transportation services in UK and Ireland.
Financial Performance - Responsible for maximizing financial results of the UK and Ireland transportation business including, order Intake, profit and loss, fixed assets, capital expenditure and receivables.
Requirements
leadership
degree
sustainable development
strategic acumen
communication
problem solving
Leadership and proven management ability
Degree level qualification in business management, engineering degree or a related field or equivalent gained through work experience
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
Experience essential in:
Experience of leading teams across UK and Ireland.
Sustainable Development - Demonstrate effective innovation leadership at all times to enhance the organisation’s commitment to sustainable performance.
Strategical acumen with the experience of implementing long-term vision in fast-paced environment
Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with senior managers, employees, stakeholders, and external partners.
Problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Proven market leader in UK and Ireland transportation companies with extensive experience in the sector.
Benefits
Life insurance
Private healthcare for you and your family
Health cash plan
27 days holiday, rising to 29 days (plus bank holidays)
Pension contribution
Competitive salary
Car allowance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
€2.164B Revenue
Annual Income
Generated in 2024, reflecting its robust global engineering operations.
€77M Net Income
Profit Margin
Earnings in 2024 showcasing strong financial performance.
100+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates and delivers projects across numerous international locations.
Top 10 Globally
Transportation Engineering
Recognized for excellence in transportation engineering solutions worldwide.
Evolved from transport infrastructure roots into a global engineering powerhouse.
Typical projects span airport management, metro systems, highway operations, smart city networks, and signaling schemes.
Delivers end‑to‑end services: architecture, engineering, construction, and operations.
Among its standout ventures: managing 17 airports worldwide and operating advanced drone‑detection systems in airspace.
Culture + Values
A creative company: innovating to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
A people‑first company: focused on developing career paths and skills.
A responsible company: ethically committed to its stakeholders, civil society and the environment.
Responsibility is a cornerstone…committed to promoting sustainable development and ethical practices, taking into account the long‑term impact of our projects on society and the environment.
Empowering a diverse workforce.
People‑first, always.” (nurturing managerial culture, continuously developing skills, giving everyone the opportunity to reach their full potential, protecting health, safety and wellbeing)
Environment + Sustainability
30% reduction
Urban Heat Island Effect
Achieved a significant reduction in urban heat island effect through strategic design interventions.
50% decrease
Embodied Carbon
Reduced embodied carbon by 50% using innovative materials and construction methods.
Tripling of green space
Urban Greenery Expansion
Significantly increased green spaces through early design decisions in project planning.
90% of employees
Eco-Design Training Target
Aiming to train 90% of employees in eco-design principles to integrate sustainability into all projects by 2030.
Committed to carbon neutrality by 2050.
Net-zero decarbonisation targets validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative in December 2024.
Signed up to SBTi in November 2023, with targets to halve emissions by 2030 and reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
Expertise across sustainable development, eco-design, carbon mitigation & sequestration, biodiversity protection, circular economy, pollution control, waste and contaminated-site management.
UN Global Compact participant since 2011 with a Net-Zero approved target.
Inclusion & Diversity
Diversity & Inclusion policy structured around three pillars: diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Strong leadership and support ensure a level playing field, with a particular focus on gender equality.
CSR emphasizes equality and diversity backed by constructive social dialogue.