Mechanical Pre-Construction Director

BMSL Group Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services firm in the UK seeks a Mechanical Pre-Construction Director in Llantrisant, Cardiff. This full-time, permanent role requires extensive technical expertise and strong leadership to manage design teams. The successful candidate will ensure project compliance with specifications, oversee technical details, and build relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the pre-construction phase.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Mechanical Pre-Construction Director.
• Experience leading teams to win and deliver major building projects.
• Ability to interface with clients and ensure technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process with internal and partner teams.
• Ensure designs comply with specifications and regulations.
• Provide commercial support for bid submissions.

Skills

Deep knowledge of mechanical systems

Proven leadership abilities

Understanding of commercial viability

Excellent communication skills

Strong planning skills

Job description

Overview

Job Vacancy: Mechanical Pre-Construction Director

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Position Summary: As a result of continued demand, we have a full-time permanent position for a Mechanical Pre-Construction Director to join our team in Llantrisant, Cardiff. We design, specify and install the Mechanical and Electrical services for a multitude of projects in the Commercial, Industrial, Government and Healthcare sector and have an excellent reputation for delivery, quality and reliability of our services. This senior role requires extensive technical expertise in mechanical systems and regulations, strong leadership to manage design teams, and excellent communication skills to foster relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the pre-construction process.

Responsibilities

• Design Coordination: Lead the mechanical design process, working with design partners and internal teams to ensure designs meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Technical Oversight: Provide strong technical knowledge to ensure all designs and contracts comply with specifications, drawings, and regulations.
• Value Engineering: Rationalise designs to improve buildability, efficiency, and commercial viability.
• Bid & Commercial Support: Work with the commercial team to ensure financial certainty in bid submissions and support the procurement of plant and subcontractors.
• Risk Management: Develop project scopes and delivery plans, track performance, and manage risks to ensure smooth project execution.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders during the pre-construction phase.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, regulations, and the construction process.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate internal teams, design partners, and contractors.
• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of commercial viability, cost control, and profitability.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to develop effective relationships at all levels.
• Planning & Organisation: Strong planning skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Experience

Proven track record as a Mechanical Pre-Construction Director in Construction or Building Services.

Previous experience of providing and leading a team to successfully win and deliver major buildings projects. Ability to build and motivate a team through great leadership qualities — collaborative, self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed to delivering sustainable outcomes. Excellent technical reputation and ability to interface with clients ensuring the team delivers on and is recognised for technical excellence and design quality. Knowledge of our markets, ability to build on current client relationships and a desire to establish new client contacts.

How to Apply

If you would like to discuss this job role in more detail and in full confidentiality, please apply with your CV to receive a call.