We're looking a Principal Technical Manager (Mechanical) to join our growing team focused on a number of Ministry of Justice construction projects across the UK. These are exciting national roles supporting high-profile projects with a strong emphasis on collaboration, compliance and innovation. If you're an experienced technical professional who thrives in a flexible, autonomous environment and enjoys working across diverse sites and teams.
About the Role
As a Principal Technical Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering technically compliant solutions across multiple MoJ projects. You'll manage two direct reports, travel to sites (~2 days/month) and work closely with Tier 1 contractors and multidisciplinary consultants.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead technical delivery across 6–12 national sites
* Ensure compliance with operational frameworks and project plans
* Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
* Collaborate with Engineers and Technical Managers to share knowledge and drive success
Requirements:
* Substantial experience in a technical/design/engineering leadership role on large construction projects.
* At least a HNC (ideally a degree or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or similar relevant discipline.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary & profit share scheme
* Flexible working
* Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
* Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
* Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness program, 26 days holidays + 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.