Technical Design Manager (Mechanical Building Services)

Hays Building; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of commercial office fit-out solutions in Rugeley is seeking a Mechanical Technical Design Manager. This role involves managing the design process, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The company values technical excellence and offers a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays

Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions

£30 monthly phone allowance

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in mechanical building services, plumbing, and air conditioning.
• Proven experience in technical design management or senior design roles.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design of mechanical services projects from concept to construction.
• Managing and prioritising the internal design team's workload.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Background

Job description

Your new company
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative provider of commercial office fit-out solutions. The company, based in Rugeley, Staffordshire, is known for delivering high-quality environments through advanced HVAC systems. They offer a supportive and dynamic team environment where technical excellence is highly valued.
Your new role
As a Mechanical Technical Design Manager (Building Services), you will be responsible for managing the design process from the tender stage through to construction-ready documentation. This pivotal role involves leading a team of designers, liaising with clients and consultants, and ensuring that all mechanical services designs meet required specifications and industry standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design of mechanical services projects from concept to construction.
• Managing and prioritising the internal design team's workload.
• Providing technical guidance to clients and project stakeholders.
• Conducting site surveys and preparing detailed technical reports.
• Identifying and implementing value engineering opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, Employer's Requirements (ERs), and regulations.
• Collaborating with estimating and delivery teams to ensure project alignment.

What you'll need to succeed

• A strong technical background in mechanical building services, plumbing, and air conditioning.
• Proven experience in technical design management or senior design roles.
• Experience in office and/or retail fit-out projects.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Willingness to travel to London for site visits and client meetings.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary in the range of 45,000 to £60,000, depending on experience.
• 23 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• A pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions.
• A £30 monthly phone allowance.
• The opportunity to work on impactful projects in a forward-thinking environment.

What you need to do now


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