Associate Technical Director (Mechanical) leading technical delivery for building services projects in railway and infrastructure sectors. Responsible for high-quality mechanical design and team management.
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership on complex building services projects within the railway and infrastructure sectors
Deliver high-quality mechanical design solutions
Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships
Drive innovation to support sustainable, safe, and efficient asset delivery across the project lifecycle
Oversee project planning, resourcing, budgeting, and risk management
Champion sustainability initiatives including BREEAM compliance
Provide technical expertise in ventilation, smoke management, HVAC, and public health systems
Drive continuous improvement through standardisation, automation, and adoption of digital tools
Promote a positive SHE culture by leading safety initiatives
Contribute to business development through bid preparation and client presentations
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum; MEng/MSc preferred)
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional recognition
Proven track record delivering mechanical/building services projects within railway, infrastructure, or transport sectors
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical design, including tunnel ventilation, smoke management, HVAC systems, and commissioning processes
Experience with sustainability standards such as BREEAM and sustainable design principles
Excellent project and people management skills with experience leading multidisciplinary teams
Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing budgets, proposals, and client relationships
Proficient in digital delivery environments such as BIM (3D modelling), common data environments (ProjectWise), and other engineering software
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior clients and project stakeholders
Comfortable working in a dynamic, multi-project environment with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as required.
Benefits
Meaningful work
Empowering environment
Commitment to equality and diversity
Job title
Associate Technical Director – Mechanical Services
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