Group Managing Director

Description

Empowering Birmingham's Future

Acivico has been at the heart of transforming Birmingham’s skyline, ensuring that iconic buildings and critical infrastructure are designed and maintained with the highest safety standards, cost-effectiveness, and a strong commitment to the communities they serve. As a multi-disciplinary consultancy, we provide critical services such as building control, design consultancy, and facilities management, all while serving the city of Birmingham, its residents, and a wide array of public and private sector clients.

Our story is one of excellence in building and maintaining safe, sustainable environments for all. Over the years, we've achieved a reputation for not just meeting, but exceeding, the expectations of our clients – helping shape a city that is more resilient, vibrant, and connected. And now, as we continue to evolve, we are looking for a bold and visionary leader who shares our commitment to making a lasting impact.

Leading with purpose for the future

We are searching for a Group Managing Director who can seamlessly navigate the complexities of leading within a large public sector framework, while developing meaningful relationships with stakeholders, the community, and clients. As our Group Managing Director, you will build on Acivico’s proud legacy and help propel us into a future where we continue to support Birmingham City Council and its ambitions.

In this key leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to influence change, drive innovation and strategic growth. This is your chance to make a tangible difference, both in the built environment and in the lives of the people we serve. Your leadership will guide Acivico to further its mission of creating buildings that are not only safe and compliant but are also designed to meet the evolving needs of the communities we operate in.

What you’ll be leading

As we strive for transformative community impact, your leadership will be essential in ensuring that our services help build sustainable, inclusive spaces that enhance the lives of Birmingham’s residents and beyond. Working closely with a dynamic Board and Executive Team, you will shape and execute Acivico’s strategic vision, driving innovation in a rapidly evolving sector while adapting to changes in building regulations and facilities management. With a deep understanding of the political landscape in large, complex public sector environments, you will build strong relationships with key stakeholders, from city leaders to partner organisations and unions. You will lead the development of long-term growth strategies, identifying new markets and partnerships, while maintaining the highest standards of service delivery for both public and private sector clients. As a champion of Acivico’s values and culture, you will develop talent, cultivate a high-performance, collaborative environment, and ensure every team member is motivated, engaged, and aligned with our collective mission.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a visionary leader with a proven track record in strategic growth and public sector relations, capable of navigating complex environments and making decisions that balance organisational objectives with community needs. You’ll have strong leadership experience, with a knack for building strategic relationships, especially within large public-sector organisations including Birmingham City Council. You’ll align the company’s strategy with long-term ambitions, drive sustainable growth, and inspire teams to excel. With strong commercial acumen, you’ll focus on profit-driven growth, service excellence, and customer satisfaction, all while ensuring projects contribute to safe, accessible, and sustainable built environments for the community.

If you’re ready to lead a team that is shaping Birmingham’s future and making a meaningful impact on the built environment, we would very much like to hear from you.

For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kembi Coakelin on 07778 364 191 or Alex Hayes on 07586 715 843.

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