Annual Salary: Up to £90,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Client Overview
Our client is a leading UK-based M&E contractor, delivering complex, large-scale projects across a multitude of sectors. Renowned for technical excellence and innovation, they pride themselves on developing high-performance engineering solutions and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Due to sustained growth and an increasing portfolio of technically challenging projects, they are seeking to appoint a highly experienced Mechanical Technical Manager to strengthen their engineering leadership team.
Role Overview
The Mechanical Technical Manager will act as the technical authority for mechanical design, providing strategic oversight, technical assurance, and mentorship across multiple high-value projects.
This is a senior leadership role suited to a highly accomplished mechanical design professional with deep technical expertise and a passion for driving engineering excellence. You will play a pivotal role in shaping design standards, reviewing complex solutions, and supporting project teams through all stages of the lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing technical leadership and governance across mechanical design delivery
* Acting as the subject matter expert for complex HVAC and building services systems
* Reviewing and approving detailed designs, calculations, and specifications
* Leading design risk reviews and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
* Supporting project teams in resolving highly technical challenges
* Driving innovation, efficiency, and best practice across engineering teams
* Mentoring and developing senior and junior engineers
* Collaborating closely with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Extensive experience in mechanical building services design within the UK construction or engineering sector
* Proven track record in a principal or associate-level role, with exposure to technically complex or large-scale projects
* Exceptional knowledge of HVAC systems, heat load calculations, sustainable solutions, and energy-efficient design principles
* Strong understanding of UK building regulations, CIBSE guidelines, and relevant industry standards
* Demonstrable experience in design assurance, technical review, and problem-solving at an advanced level
* Leadership experience, with the ability to guide, influence, and mentor engineering teams
* Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards chartership is highly desirable
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Salary up to £90,000
* Excellent holidays package + public holidays
* Company pension scheme - 10% matched
* Private medical insurance
* Suite of discounts and employee perks
Next Steps
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV or reach out to Lusona Consultancy for a confidential conversation.
If this role isn’t quite the right fit but you’re exploring new opportunities, we would be happy to assist you in finding the perfect match.
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