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We seek an experienced Associate Director, Gen AI Architect, specialising in the Energy, Resources & Industrials (ER&I) sector, to join our AI & Data team. This role is pivotal in driving the adoption and implementation of Gen AI solutions within ER&I. Generative AI is transforming ER&I, offering unprecedented opportunities for optimization, enhanced decision-making, and new revenue streams. A robust Gen AI strategy is crucial for realizing this potential and gaining a competitive advantage. Our team delivers cutting-edge Gen AI solutions enabling ER&I clients to thrive. ER&I organizations are adopting innovative approaches to model building, customization, and data management, including transfer learning and robust data governance. A well-designed Gen AI platform is at the heart of our clients' GenAI CoE strategy. The Associate Director, Gen AI Architect role is crucial to shaping and executing this vision. Our AI & Data team specializes in implementing Gen AI solutions that drive tangible value for ER&I clients by: Identifying Gen AI opportunities aligned with client strategy. Gathering detailed requirements. Designing scalable Gen AI platforms & architectures. Join Deloitte for exceptional training, growth, and a dynamic team environment. We encourage flexible working arrangements. If this opportunity interests you, please discuss it with us. Responsibilities Designing Gen AI Architectures: Define end-to-end Gen AI architectures aligned with client business objectives and technology strategies. Advising on Gen AI Applications: Guide ER&I clients on leveraging Gen AI to address their challenges and objectives. Establishing Common AI Language: Foster executive-level discussions to establish a common understanding of AI/Gen AI terminology. Creating Gen AI Roadmaps: Develop strategic roadmaps for Gen AI capabilities to generate value from data and AI. Assessing Systems & Proposing Solutions: Evaluate existing systems and recommend target Gen AI architectures using AI technologies and cloud platforms. Leading & Mentoring Teams: Lead diverse global teams, fostering an inclusive and valued team culture. Managing Stakeholders & Change: Support change management processes to ensure successful Gen AI adoption. Developing Market Offerings: Assist in developing market-leading Gen AI solutions and proposals. Contributing to AI Community: Contribute to the development and growth of our AI and Data Architecture community. Driving Project Delivery: Drive client project delivery by owning workstreams and ensuring successful engagements. Developing Team Members: Develop junior team members through on-the-job training. Qualifications Consulting or ER&I Experience: Client-facing project experience in consulting or direct ER&I industry roles. Proven contribution to proposals, presentations, pre-sales, and opportunity development. ER&I Industry Domain Knowledge: In-depth expertise in ER&I functional areas (Engineering, Operations, Sustainability, Regulatory Compliance, etc.). Deep GenAI Architecture Expertise: Extensive technical architecture experience in GenAI, AI, or Enterprise Architecture, ideally within consulting or industry. Strong Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills applied to complex GenAI challenges. Executive Stakeholder Management: Strong executive-level stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to build robust client relationships. Leadership & Team Development: Proven leadership in building and developing high-performing, diverse GenAI architecture teams, nurturing junior talent. Designing & Implementing Complex GenAI Solutions: Excellent understanding and experience designing and implementing complex GenAI solutions, including several of the following areas: GenAI model integration & deployment. Prompt engineering & model customization. AI/GenAI governance & ethics (bias detection, explainability). GenAI Platform & Infrastructure Architecture (Cloud, Lakehouse). GenAI ModelOps & Performance Monitoring. AI-driven business intelligence & reporting. Observability & FinOps for AI/GenAI. Cloud Infrastructure, Networking, & Security for AI. Aligning GenAI Architectures Across Organizations: Experience aligning GenAI architecture blueprints across business units and geographies with peers and senior architects. Presenting GenAI Architectural Designs: Experience presenting GenAI architectural designs to diverse stakeholders, including technical authorities and architecture boards. Architectural Evaluation of GenAI Systems: Experience evaluating, designing, and analysing enterprise-wide systems incorporating GenAI, both on-premise and cloud-based. Defining Business Outcomes for GenAI Programs: Experience engaging with business and IT stakeholders to document business outcomes and objectives for large-scale GenAI solutions and programs. Technology & Platform Recommendations for GenAI: Ability to identify requirements, analyse technology alternatives, and recommend build vs. buy for GenAI platforms and solutions. Facilitating GenAI Discovery & Design Workshops: Proven ability to conduct effective discovery and design workshops focused on GenAI solutions. Rapid Learning & Application of GenAI: Demonstrates ability to quickly learn and apply new GenAI techniques and knowledge to achieve business outcomes. Leading Resilient GenAI Project Teams: Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in fast-paced GenAI projects; demonstrates personal resilience. Go-to-Market & Proposal Development for GenAI: Ability to lead go-to-market activities, including RFI/RFP responses and developing high-quality GenAI-focused proposals. GenAI Design Leadership: Led technical design authorities for strategic GenAI adoption. Strategic GenAI Platform Selection: Strategic GenAI platform/tool evaluation & selection skills. Leading GenAI Trends: Up-to-date on emerging GenAI technologies & standards. AI Regulatory Landscape (ER&I): Understands AI regulations; ensures project compliance. Cloud & Advanced LLM Architectures: Cloud expertise (AWS/Azure/GCP); emerging LLM architectures. GenAI Frameworks & Platforms: Proficient with Data & AI platforms (Azure AI, Vertex AI, Databricks, Hugging Face), advanced GenAI frameworks (LangChain, HF Transformers, LlamaIndex) & Agentic architectures (LangGraph, SmolAgents, PydanticAI) Vector DBs & RAG: Designed solutions using vector DBs & Retrieval Augmented GenAI (RAG) for knowledge applications. GenAI ModelOps/MLOps & Governance: GenAI ModelOps/MLOps knowledge with ethical AI governance focus. ER&I GenAI Applications: Applied GenAI to ER&I use cases to create business value. Enterprise Software Integration: Designed GenAI integrations with SaaS/ERP for business process automation. GenAI Impact Reporting: Designed advanced reporting for measuring GenAI impact and actionable insights. Strategic Project Sizing: Proven strategic project sizing/shaping for large Gen AI programs in ER&I. Global Team Leadership: Managed global/offshore teams effectively for Gen AI projects. Agile Delivery & Client Engagement: Agile project management expertise for rapid GenAI solution delivery; led client workshops.

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced Associate Director - Sustainability to join their London team. Renowned for delivering innovative, high-performance building solutions, this practice sits at the forefront of sustainable engineering in the built environment. They partner with ambitious clients on complex, design-led projects and are widely recognised for their work in net zero carbon, operational energy performance and human-centric design. Beyond project delivery, they actively contribute to industry research and best practice, helping to shape the future of sustainable development. Alongside technical excellence, they've built a genuinely people-first culture - offering structured career progression, flexible working, strong wellbeing support and a comprehensive benefits package. The Role: Associate Director - Sustainability London (Hybrid) Senior Leadership Client-Facing This is a strategic leadership position within a nationally established Sustainability Group. You'll take ownership of complex sustainability workstreams, lead and develop a high-performing team, and act as a trusted advisor to clients on flagship developments. Key Responsibilities Lead sustainability delivery across large-scale, high-profile projects Act as the key client contact for sustainability matters Oversee team workload, resourcing and programme management Provide line management, mentoring and technical leadership Support financial oversight, including fees, forecasting and resource planning Develop and deliver sustainability and energy strategies from concept to completion Lead environmental certification processes (BREEAM, WELL, HQM and equivalent) Drive net zero and whole-life carbon strategies Oversee embodied carbon analysis, circular economy strategies, operational energy modelling, dynamic simulation and overheating assessments Contribute to research, innovation and wider industry engagement initiatives About You You're currently operating at a senior level within a sustainability or engineering consultancy and are ready to step into a broader leadership remit within a highly respected practice. You will bring: Strong experience in sustainable building design and consultancy Technical expertise across selected areas such as energy modelling, Part L compliance, NABERS UK, embodied carbon, net zero strategies or environmental assessments A detailed understanding of London planning requirements Chartered status (or equivalent professional recognition) Proven experience leading multidisciplinary design teams Commercial awareness and confidence managing project performance A passion for delivering meaningful environmental impact through engineering This is an opportunity to take on a visible leadership role within an engineering consultancy that is genuinely shaping the future of sustainable building design. If you're interested in finding out for reach out to Ethan Williams on (phone number removed) or click apply.

Job Title: Associate - Technical Director Location: Edinburgh Job Type: Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage building physics projects from inception to completion. Develop and implement energy and thermal modeling strategies. Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions, delegating these tasks to the appropriate members of the team to get them completed to a high standard and within a timely manner. Oversee project management activities to ensure appropriate resourcing, timely and budget-conscious delivery. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the Nation wide sustainability team. Act as an expert on carbon and energy assessments to drive sustainable practices. Liaise with stakeholders to communicate project progress and outcomes. Mentor junior team members to foster professional growth. Key Requirements: Proven experience in building physics and project management. Strong technical expertise in energy and thermal modeling tools such as IES. Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver on expectations. Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Our client a leading building consultancy, are now seeking to recruit an Associate Director who will be joining their Building Services Engineering team. The successful post holder will be responsible for providing a wide range of building services related technical advice to clients relating to both projects, asset management/maintenance and sustainability. Duties will include surveying and auditing clients M&E plant and infrastructure, providing technical M&E expertise on lifecycle, and refurbishment projects, technical due diligence (TDD), auditing M&E contractors, along with providing energy efficiency advice. The ideal candidate should have similar experience to the above, along with building services qualifications (Degree, HND, or HNC), and great communication skills with this being a client facing role. A hybrid opportunity, you'll divide your time working between client sites, home working, and seeing colleagues at the office. The role comes with a Salary up to 80,000, car allowance, bonus and a flexible benefits package.

Our client is a high-performing further education provider with a strong reputation for innovation, community impact and delivering exceptional learner outcomes. With an annual income of c.£36m and significant recent investment in facilities - including their Hi-Tech & Digital Centre, Marine Academy and Clean Energy Centre - they are entering an exciting phase of growth. Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Finance Director to lead the College's financial strategy and operations. As a senior postholder, reporting directly to the CEO, you will provide expert financial leadership, ensuring sustainability, compliance and continued investment in the College's future. Commercially minded, you will bring a strong track record in senior financial leadership, with the ability to think strategically and translate vision into effective delivery. A qualified accountant, you will be confident engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships across the organisation. A commitment to continuous improvement and organisational excellence will be central to your approach. This is a pivotal role offering the opportunity to shape the financial future of a forward-thinking and values-driven organisation. If you are an authentic, driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact, our client would love to hear from you. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with lead consultant Jo Johnston by emailing , to discuss the role before the closing date. Closes: 9am on Monday 27 April 2026 Interviews: Friday 8 May 2026

This rapidly growing specialist manufacturing business are committed to delivering high-quality products and services to their well-established client base. The Sales Director is looking to attract into the team a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager who will continue to drive growth strategy. Identifying new business opportunities, enhancing sales operations, and building strong relationships with key accounts will be the main focus for the BDM. Within the role of Business Development Manager, responsibilities will be to: - Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including new markets, clients, partnerships, and products/services. Develop and implement strategies to reach new business opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients, understanding their needs and developing tailored proposals. Pitch sales and products effectively to both new and existing clients. Attend conferences and events to network with industry partners and stay updated on market trends. Create and work towards achieving sales forecasts. The successful candidate: - Essential is experience in business development gained in manufacturing, ideally plastics. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A passion for sustainability. The ability to travel and spend at least three days a week out with customers. A proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office. On offer: - A salary circa 55,000 Bonus to 6,000 Fully expensed company car Excellent development potential Pension scheme 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Interested? Please follow the 'apply now' link to send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.

Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: North of England (Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield - Hybrid/Flexible) Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + car allowance Job Type: Permanent Full Time An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Technical Director or Associate Director of Town Planning to join one of the UK's most progressive and influential planning consultancies. This is a key leadership role within a well-established, multidisciplinary team delivering nationally significant infrastructure and development projects. As part of a highly respected Planning & Environment team, you'll help shape major schemes across sectors including transport, energy, water, and housing - all while tackling the biggest challenges of our time: climate change, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain, and digital transformation. The organisation is truly at the forefront of thought leadership in planning, sustainability, and infrastructure development. The Opportunity This is a growth-focused leadership position for an experienced planning professional with a strong track record in the infrastructure and development sectors. You'll be instrumental in expanding the Northern team's reach, driving new business, and delivering high-impact consultancy across the public and private sectors. You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the UK and influence government thinking on major policy areas. Key Responsibilities: Lead, grow and mentor a team of Town Planning professionals across Northern England Deliver high-quality planning services for major infrastructure and development schemes Manage commercial aspects of projects, including resourcing, costing, and governance Lead multidisciplinary bids and proposals for new work Drive new business development and nurture key client relationships Work closely with technical teams in transport, energy, water, housing and environmental consultancy Represent the team externally at events, conferences and within the wider industry Support a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance team culture About You: Chartered Member of the RTPI with a relevant degree or postgraduate qualification Strong experience in consultancy or a client-facing planning environment Excellent working knowledge of UK planning policy, procedures and legislation Proven ability to lead major projects and manage multidisciplinary teams Demonstrated success in business development and client engagement A confident communicator with the gravitas to represent the team at a senior level A collaborative and forward-thinking leader, with a genuine passion for planning and sustainability Why Apply? Join a nationally renowned team that's influencing infrastructure and policy at the highest levels Work on diverse, high-profile projects across the UK Enjoy flexible working arrangements, with offices in major cities including Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration and professional development Excellent salary, generous benefits, and long-term career opportunities Interested? This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier planning consultancy at a senior level. If you're ready to make a significant impact, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Reference - 57106

Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Flexible - offices in London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role: As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include: National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For: RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join? You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. (url removed) or (phone number removed)

Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning (North of England) Location: Flexible - offices in Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role: As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include: National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For: RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join? You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. (url removed) or (phone number removed)

Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Flexible - offices in Cambridge, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role: As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include: National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For: RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join? You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. (url removed) or (phone number removed)

Associate Electrical Engineer - Building Services (London) What's in it for you? Real influence from day one: Own key projects, shape strategy, and be the go-to client partner, not just a pair of hands. Clear path to leadership: A defined route towards Associate Director/Director, with support, mentoring and exposure to bids, fees and team growth. Work that matters: Deliver low-carbon, high-impact solutions across healthcare, education, commercial and residential. The kind of projects you'll be proud to talk about. Professional growth, backed properly: Chartership support (or post-CEng development), CPD, and the chance to lead, not just deliver. The Role You'll take ownership of electrical design and delivery across multiple projects. Steering scope, quality and programme, while developing client relationships and mentoring engineers. You will: Lead electrical design from concept to delivery, ensuring compliance with UK regs and best practice. Coordinate with MEP, structures and architecture to produce integrated, buildable solutions. Guide and mentor engineers; review designs, calculations and drawings for QA. Attend sites for surveys, technical reviews and progress checks. Prepare specifications, calculations and reports; present clearly to clients and stakeholders. Contribute to bids, fee proposals and resourcing, helping to grow the team. Champion sustainability, driving energy-efficient, low-carbon outcomes in every scheme. About the Consultancy An established, growing building services practice with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and sustainability. Their repeat-client base and expanding pipeline mean variety, stability and room to advance. What You'll Bring Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related). Solid consultancy experience in building services design. Strong grasp of UK regulations and industry standards. Proficiency with tools such as Dialux, Amtech, AutoCAD (Revit a plus). Confident communicator who can manage multiple projects and lead client conversations. Proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for developing others. CEng (or actively working towards it). Ready to explore the next step? If you're aiming for greater ownership, leadership and impact, this is worth a closer look. Apply today: Send your CV to Charlie Weeks at (url removed).