Managing Director - Water, Civils, Infrastructure

We are working exclusively to appoint a Managing Director on behalf of a well-established, independently operated business within the water, civils and infrastructure sector.The business holds a strong market position, an excellent client base, and a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure programmes.This is a rare opportunity for a senior leader to take full strategic, commercial and operational ownership of a business approaching £100m turnover - with genuine ambition and the platform to grow further.The Role As Managing Director you will be the most senior leader in the business, chairing the board and carrying full accountability for:Developing and executing the medium-term strategy and annual business planDriving sustainable growth, profitability and commercial performanceLeading, motivating and developing a high-performing leadership team of circa 10 direct reportsMaintaining and growing relationships with clients, partners and key stakeholdersOverseeing financial performance including P&L, budgeting, forecasting and risk managementEmbedding a high-performance, safety-first culture aligned with the company's values and heritageOperating within a Group framework while retaining full accountability for outcomes and executionEnsuring compliance with UK regulations, management system accreditations and governance requirementsAbout You You will be a chartered engineer (Engineering Council) and a member or fellow of a relevant professional body. You will bring:A strong track record in a senior leadership role - ideally as Managing Director, Deputy MD or equivalent - within water or broader civil engineeringProven experience managing a P&L at scale and driving commercial performance in a project-based businessA genuine ability to lead, inspire and develop teams, creating an inclusive culture where people thriveCredibility and an established network with clients, frameworks and stakeholders at the highest levelExperience as a statutory director with awareness of associated fiduciary responsibilitiesA business-development mindset - able to identify, evaluate and pursue growth opportunitiesResilience and adaptability in navigating complexity, risk and uncertaintyWhy This Role? Rare whole-business MD accountability - not a divisional or functional roleA business with strong foundations, a 100-year heritage and ambitions to growAn engaged and supportive parent group providing resources, expertise and strategic backingA collaborative and people-first culture with a genuine commitment to technical excellenceTPBN1_UKTJ