Regional Director at Adler & Allan

Leeds, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Operational Excellence, Client Engagement, Stakeholder Management, People Leadership, Commercial Acumen, P&L Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Compliance, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, Resource Planning, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Job Description Permanent full-time (40 hours) Competitive salary plus benefits Aqua Consultants are seeking a Regional Director who will have full accountability for the operational performance, client relationships, people leadership, and commercial delivery across your designated region. This includes oversight of multi-disciplinary consulting services spanning engineering, modelling, advisory, and project management. The successful applicant will ideally be located in a commutable distance to either London, Leeds, Birmingham or Exeter. The role is critical to achieving our strategic growth ambitions, ensuring high standards of delivery, maximising client value, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Operational Leadership Lead the regional implementation of Aqua’s strategic plan, aligning with national priorities and growth targets. Manage and optimise delivery across all service lines within your region, driving performance, productivity, and profitability. Champion the regional operating model, ensuring consistency in governance, reporting, and ways of working. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a senior point of contact for key regional clients, developing trusted relationships and ensuring client satisfaction. Lead or support strategic bids and proposals, leveraging your knowledge of local market needs and trends. Collaborate with Sales and Commercial colleagues to develop and grow the regional pipeline. People Leadership Lead, develop and inspire regional teams including Business Unit Directors and senior delivery leads. Embed a high-performance culture with a strong focus on collaboration, safety, well-being and development. Ensure effective resource planning and utilisation to meet business demand and optimise headcount. Commercial & Financial Management Own regional P&L, ensuring delivery of revenue, margin, and utilisation targets. Monitor project performance, cost control, risk management and commercial outcomes. Support effective commercial decision-making including rate cards, scope management, and client contracts. Governance & Compliance Ensure projects are delivered in line with Aqua’s quality standards, industry regulations, and client frameworks. Support continuous improvement and contribute to business transformation initiatives as required. Qualifications Essential: Proven experience in a senior leadership role in a consulting, engineering, utilities or infrastructure environment. Demonstrated track record of leading regional teams and delivering operational excellence across multi-disciplinary services. Strong commercial acumen with experience managing regional P&L and complex stakeholder relationships. Collaborative leadership style with high emotional intelligence, strong communication skills and a commitment to people development. Desirable: Experience within the water sector or regulated infrastructure consulting. Understanding of NEC contracts and client-side delivery frameworks. Chartered status or equivalent in an engineering, commercial, or project discipline. What we would like to offer you: Competitive salary + discretionary bonus Company pension 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leave. Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme Company mobile phone and laptop provided Training and career progression opportunities Professional Membership fees paid Life Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salary Electric Car Scheme Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support) Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses) Refer a friend scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave Why Aqua Consultants? We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job – Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You’ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career. Additional Information Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Responsibilities

The Regional Director will lead the implementation of Aqua's strategic plan and manage delivery across all service lines in the region. They will also act as a senior point of contact for key clients and ensure high standards of operational performance.