Regional Technical Director

Wates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm is seeking a Regional Technical Director to lead technical and design aspects of MEP projects across the Southern region. Your role will involve managing a design team, ensuring quality delivery across projects, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record in leading technical teams and a passion for design excellence. This position offers competitive remuneration and a range of benefits to support your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Profit Share

Car Allowance / Car Scheme

Flexible working

Private Medical

26 days holidays + your Birthday off + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading technical teams on complex projects within MEP.
• Ability to drive consistency and quality across multiple projects and regions.
• A passion for delivering excellence in design and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical aspects of projects across the Southern region.
• Collaborate with regional technical leaders to ensure quality and best practices.
• Supervise the delivery of design information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in the technical team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Attention to design excellence

Job description

SES are currently looking for a Regional Technical Director to lead the technical and design aspects of our MEP projects across the Southern region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role will drive consistency across all projects, leading an independent design and engineering team while collaborating with other technical leaders across regions. You will oversee the delivery of high-quality design information across multiple projects, ensuring the effective management of MEP design from preconstruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical aspects of projects, ensuring consistent delivery across the region.
• Collaborate with other regional technical leaders to ensure best practices and quality are maintained.
• Drive the delivery of design information and lead a high-performing design and engineering team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion design excellence, mitigating risk and creating value for both our customers and the business.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting proactive governance and performance across the technical team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and consultants to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of technical strategies.
• Manage resources effectively to meet project demands and optimize team performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in leading technical teams on complex projects within MEP.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to drive consistency and quality across multiple projects and regions.
• A passion for delivering excellence in design and engineering.

If you are ready to lead a dynamic team and shape the success of projects across the region,

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & Profit Share
• Car Allowance / Car Scheme
• Flexible working
• Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, generous employers’ pension contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + your Birthday off + bank holidays and much more…
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
• Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.