Mechanical Technical Manager

Job description

At Bouygues UK , we seek a Mechanical Technical Manager to support our MEP Unbundled strategy. This approach will reduce our reliance on the external market supply chain, aiming to ensure better quality, safety, and control over project timelines. You will provide overall design & engineering leadership/management for the business region(s), with responsibility for the delivery and technical authorisation of Mechanical design information; from prequalification to completion with an emphasis on preconstruction (generally but not limited to RIBA Plan of Work Stages 3 to 6 / BSRIA BG6 Stages 3 to 6). Our MEP project values typically ranging from £5M - £130M. You will build and lead effective relationships with the Client, MEP Consultants, Digital Engineering Coordinators and Specialist CDP Designers to maximise value/opportunity and mitigate risk. You will be based in London and supporting the design delivery of projects in London and the South East (including a Hospital project in Jersey- remotely)) and cover various sectors Healthcare, Residential, Schools, Health and Life Sciences and Data Centres. Skills Knowledge & Experience Significant experience within a design consultancy or technical / design management role. Degree qualified in a Mechanical or Building Services subject are preferrable, but we’d also consider people qualified by experience. Charted Engineer MCIBSE or MIET (or working towards / similar) Proven experience of design and technical responsibility on £50M+ projects or multiple projects. Robust understanding of project lifecycle, including RIBA and BSRIA works stages. Mechanical Engineering subject matter expert with extensive knowledge of contemporary design approaches, technologies and solutions. Ability to communicate, inspire and motivate Strong leadership and collaboration skills Effective communication skills and stakeholder management, both internally and externally Key Activities and Accountabilities Member of the MEP Unbundled Strategy Core team. Support MEP Technical Director in delivering the design and technical engineering management strategy. Management of customer and MEP and Digital Engineering Consultant relationships for allocated project. Line management for Mechanical Technical Engineer and Junior Technical Engineers. Mechanical technical authority for allocated project. Prepare and implement MEP consultant appointments. Responsible for Designing for Safety and CDM. Responsible for undertaking and managing granular design reviews. Monitor and manage MEP design progress. Technical ownership of all technical risks, opportunities, value engineering and value management. Provide technical coaching, mentoring and guidance to MEP Consultants, direct reports, Project Managers and Project Engineers. Technical authorisation of major packages, plant and equipment. Validate site installation and system operation against the design. Provide technical trouble-shooting support. Promote the BYUK policies and Key Values and function as role model in demonstrating behaviours. Why Bouygues Our teams deploy technically innovative solutions for a diverse range of challenging projects throughout the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia. Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, Sharing. We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including: 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days 2 paid volunteering days a year Pension scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance Generous share scheme BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group , a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets. With annual sales of over €56,900 billion (December 2025) and operating in 80 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times. Be Yourself! Here at Bouygues Group we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from under represented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.