Mechanical Technical Director (Data Centres) - London

TRACTEBEL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave rising to 28

Hybrid Working

Contributory company pension scheme

Healthcare Scheme

Training sponsorship

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Technical Director to lead engineering project services for data centres. The position requires significant experience in specification design and team management, along with a strong knowledge of health and safety legislation. Ideal candidates will have a BSc/BEng and Chartered Engineer status. The role offers a full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of specification design for various building types.
• Experience managing projects abroad is desirable.
• Good understanding of BS standards, UK regulations and codes.

Responsibilities

• Management and leadership in engineering project services.
• Cost and profit diagnosis on projects including feasibility studies.
• Developing applications of controls for building engineering services.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring skills

Presentation skills

MS Office applications

Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation

Flexible and self-motivational approach

Education

BSc/BEng in appropriate engineering discipline

Chartered Engineer status

MCIBSE/MIEE or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

IT-based calculation tools

Job description

Mechanical Technical Director (Data Centres) – London

RED is an expanding international M&E consultancy with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. Through our market‑leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment while helping clients realise ambitious zero‑carbon‑built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, saving our clients time, money and effort.

Role Responsibilities

• Takes Team Management and leadership role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services. Assists the Directors with Business strategy and management.
• Carries out cost and profit diagnosis on projects including feasibility studies and preparation of project fee proposals.
• Works closely with clients and project team to establish project requirements.
• Reviews status advised by project personnel and external parties and modifies schedules or plans as required. Prepares project reports for Management, Client or others.
• Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes.
• Surveys tests and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations.
• Fiscal and commercial management of projects to ensure they return the target margin.
• Leadership and hands‑on delivery of monitoring of construction and installation on projects.
• Liaises with existing clients to establish long‑term relationships and future upcoming projects.
• Liaises with future client prospects and general business development.
• Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing comply with functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams.
• Carries out engineering calculations to ensure drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards.
• Hands‑on involvement in local office management in conjunction with other members of the senior management team.
• Supports clients in tender and procurement of MEP contractors and MEP equipment.
• Leads on the coordination of engineering services, together with hands‑on delivery of concept and details designs.
• Ensures risk and performance monitoring analysis takes place through effective systems of internal control and delegation.
• Mentors and develops younger members of the engineering team.
• Produces technical white papers to promote the technical capabilities of Red.
• Hands‑on involvement in the sector management team in conjunction with other members of the team.
• Surveys and due diligence reports of existing data centres.
• Presenting technical papers at industry events where the opportunity arises.
• Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions.
• Supports the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the RED Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.

Role Requirements

• BSc/BEng in appropriate engineering discipline/BEng General Building Services or sufficient equivalent experience.
• MCIBSE/MIEE or HND/HNC + appropriate experience or equivalent.
• Chartered Eng status.
• Significant experience of specification design for a range of building types.
• Experience of having managed projects abroad (desirable).
• Sound knowledge and working application of key health and safety issues and legislation.
• Appreciation and working knowledge of contract and business law.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Flexible and self‑motivational approach to work.
• Ability to use IT‑based calculation and spreadsheet software.
• Good understanding of BS standards, UK regulations and codes.
• Experience and understanding of invoicing and credit control.
• Ability to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Presentation skills.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Chairing/facilitation of meeting skills.
• Background in consulting or construction preferred.
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
• Acts in an ethical manner and follows the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service.
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme.
• Hybrid Working.
• Contributory company pension scheme.
• Healthcare Scheme (Company funded cover is dependent on level).
• Non‑contractual bonus awards.
• Training sponsorship.
• Charity volunteering leave.
• Wellness days/initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.
• This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions.

Job Details

Senior Title: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Utilities

RED is a company of Tractebel. Business Unit: Tractebel; Division: Tractebel Div2; Legal Entity: RED ENGINEERING DESIGN LIMITED; Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 years <15 years); Education Level: Other; Company: RED.