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Title: Head of Discipline – WaterRequisition ID: 10534Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration.The OpportunityWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Discipline for Water to join our Consulting Advisory Business on a permanent contract.The Advisory business offers a range of environmental services to support external clients directly and Amey’s front-line operational delivery. Alongside traditional environmental consulting services we have a focus on securing what’s critical – creating infrastructure that is resilient to extreme weather events. The scope of this role covers our combined environmental and climate resilience offers.The Advisory team has a world class reputation in analytics, data-led transformations, and digital solutions in infrastructure; the team’s expertise also includes intelligent transport systems, asset management and the development of digital strategies for asset owners and operators embracing rail, highways, light rail, aviation, utilities, defence, and major structures.The roleAs the Head of Discipline for Water within the Advisory business, you will be responsible for leading the development of our technical capability across a set of related services. Providing pre-sales support for Delivery and Market Directors; technical assurance across our live projects and supporting development of our people within the Practice structure.You will have accountability for a significant area of capability across the Advisory Business aligned to a single PracticeKey Responsibilities IncludeCapability strategy & growthDefine and execute the capability strategy (vision, value proposition, priority offerings). Work with Delivery and Market Directors to develop growth plans.Own the capability roadmap: develop / refresh service offerings, accelerators, methodologies, frameworksDrive market positioning through development of propositions, case studies and thought leadership that aligns to the Advisory, Consulting and Group value propositionsIdentify new opportunities to develop services or partnerships that extend reach, provide differentiation or improve delivery efficiencyBusiness development & client leadershipLead origination: work in unison with Delivery and Market Directors to develop new opportunitiesShape proposals: lead the creation of compelling technical proposals and review technical content produced by technical / non-technical staff across the businessAct as a client advisor: maintain senior relationships across our clients in support of our Delivery and Market DirectorsEnsure positive client experience: support Delivery Directors and Project Managers to provide excellent technical quality in all our projectsThought leadership & brand buildingSupport delivery of our thought leadership agenda: liaise between Market / Delivery / Practice / Marketing teams to execute on our thought leadership plan through the year. Supporting whitepapers, webinars, articles, roundtables and conference presenceCreate unique, differentiated IP: lead creation of tools, templates, accelerators that shorten sales cycles and demonstrate credible capability across our marketsCommunicate across internal stakeholders: lead communication of our technical capability to support colleagues across Consulting Engineering, Transport Infrastructure and Complex FacilitiesDelivery excellence & governanceProvide oversight for delivery across the capability portfolio focussing on technical quality and risk / opportunitySet and uphold technical delivery standards: playbooks, quality assurance, peer review and reporting to the Head of Profession and Sector Business DirectorResolve delivery challenges: support Delivery Directors and Practice Leads / Heads of Practice to address scope creep, resourcing gaps or performance issuesEmbed continuous improvement: use lessons learned, delivery metrics and client feedback to enhance our technical offeringsPeople leadership & talentBuild talent plan: work in unison with Practice teams to create career pathways, capability matrices and certification targets. Support where required in recruitment of resource into the Practice teamLead performance management: act as a coach, mentor and role-model to staff across the Advisory organisation. Helping create a sense of community within the capabilityMentor and develop the broader community: develop communities of practice and promote internal knowledge sharingLine management: acting as line manager when required by the businessWhat You Will Bring To UsAdvanced degree, fellowship of a professional institution or other qualifications, memberships or experience that signal equivalent professional standingWidely recognised as a subject matter expert within the relevant technical field, ideally across more than one facet of the disciplineProgressive leadership responsibility within a complex organisationDemonstrable experience of leading a practice, capability, portfolio or significant service lineTrack record of operating at Director / Associate Partner level. Leading leaders, managing multiple engagements and influencing across the firmProven track record in building technical capability (offerings, talent pathways, communities of practiceDemonstrable strong track record of managing project related tasks associated with the management of health, safety and welfare, e.g. Amey’s Integrated Management System and the Construction (Design and Management) RegulationsDemonstrable track record of developing and/or challenging technical approaches, guidance and advice notes for internal use and / or on behalf of clientsSkilled at creating an environment in which multi-disciplinary teams can flourish. Role-modelling best practice in establishing understanding across diverse technical and sector communitiesBroad understanding of the technical aspects across the capability with areas of deep understandingUnderstanding of revenue growth, margin drivers and pricingholds technical staff to account for technical outputs that have commercial, customer or safety impact What We Can Offer YouAt Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.Career Development –Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.Work-life Balance –Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.Wellbeing –Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchersEDI-At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.Social Value – You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.Plus, a range of other great perks and benefits including:Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute toHolidays – Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank HolidaysBonus – up to 20% of base salaryChoices – Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.Save with Amey – Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We’ll recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.Application GuidanceAmey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
