About Vulcain Engineering

Vulcain Engineering is an international engineering consultancy supporting global industrial leaders in their transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. We support our customers in the design, construction, commissioning and operation of complex infrastructure projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With operations in 17 countries and over 6,000 employees worldwide, we deliver high-value engineering expertise tailored to our clients' most complex challenges.

In the UK, we have a key focus within the Nuclear sector, contributing to some of the industry's most significant programmes and helping our clients deliver major projects safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

The Position - Senior Business Manager

Due to significant business growth, increasing workload across existing frameworks, and the continued expansion of our Nuclear portfolio, we are looking to appoint a Senior Business Manager to join our leadership team based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a strategic and highly influential role within the business. You will be responsible for leading and growing a portfolio of key client accounts, developing new business opportunities, and driving sustainable revenue growth across major nuclear programmes and frameworks. As the senior client-facing representative for your portfolio, you will act as a trusted partner to clients while ensuring excellent delivery, commercial performance, and consultant engagement.

This role combines leadership, account management, business development, and operational delivery. Whilst you may lead and develop a team of Business Managers, this is a hands-on position requiring someone who enjoys building relationships, winning work, supporting delivery, and stepping into the detail when required. We are therefore seeking an entrepreneurial leader who can balance strategic growth with day-to-day execution and who thrives in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Business Manager will include:

• Own and grow a portfolio of strategic client accounts, holding overall responsibility for revenue growth, profitability, utilisation and customer satisfaction.
• Act as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for senior client stakeholders across major nuclear programmes, frameworks and projects.
• Lead business development activities, identifying, pursuing and securing new opportunities, frameworks, bids, proposals and consultancy contracts.
• Develop and execute account growth strategies to increase market share, expand service offerings and maximise long-term client value.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to Business Managers and delivery teams, ensuring high performance and alignment with business objectives.
• Maintain full commercial accountability across your business area, including forecasting, pricing strategy, resource planning, margin performance and P&L management.
• Collaborate closely with recruitment, operations and delivery teams to ensure successful mobilisation, consultant engagement and project execution.
• Represent Vulcain at industry events, networking forums and client engagements, strengthening our brand presence and supporting continued business growth.

This is a unique opportunity to join Vulcain at an exciting stage of growth. You will have the autonomy to shape and develop your business area, influence the future direction of key client relationships, and play a central role in the continued expansion of our Nuclear consultancy business.

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Proven experience in account management, business development, sales leadership or consultancy management within the nuclear, defence, energy, engineering or other highly regulated sectors.
• A strong track record of winning new business, securing framework opportunities, developing client relationships and delivering sustainable revenue growth.
• Experience managing profit centres, business units, customer accounts or portfolios with responsibility for commercial performance and P&L.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and develop teams while remaining hands-on and engaged in operational delivery when required.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility at executive, programme and project levels.
• Commercially astute with strong understanding of consultancy delivery, recruitment, resource planning, utilisation, pricing and contract management.
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Business, Project Management or a related discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent industry experience.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance and willing to travel regularly to client locations across the UK as required.

Please note that this role requires eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance.

Due to vetting requirements, applicants will typically need to have resided in the UK for a continuous period and have the independent right to work in the UK.

Remuneration & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. We encourage applications from experienced professionals who are excited by the opportunity to combine leadership, business growth, client engagement and operational delivery within a rapidly expanding consultancy.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations

• Matched Pension Scheme

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Private Medical & Dental Insurance

• Electric Vehicle Scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role

• Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel

• Employee Assistance Programme

Why join us?

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects that are shaping the future of the UK nuclear industry.

This is a rare opportunity to work directly alongside senior leadership, influence business strategy, develop high-value client relationships, and contribute significantly to the next phase of Vulcain UK's growth journey.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued and your contributions are recognised. Join us in shaping the future of engineering and infrastructure delivery while unlocking your own potential.

Equal Opportunities:

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we're only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.