Mechanical Design Manager

Position: Mechanical Design Manager (Permanent)
Mechanical Design Manager

Salary: £85,000+ Package (Travel Allowance, 25 Days Holiday, Healthcare & More)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Manager looking to step into a role where you can genuinely shape a team, influence strategy, and grow alongside a rapidly expanding business?

This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing Design & Build contractor specialising in commercial Cat A & Cat B fit‑out projects across London.

About the Company

This dynamic, forward‑thinking contractor has enjoyed impressive growth achieving a £2.1m turnover last year and now targeting £5m+ for 2026. With a strong pipeline of repeat clients, increasing project demand, and long-term development plans, they are now looking to bring in a Mechanical Design Manager who can play a pivotal role in their next phase of expansion.

You’ll join at the perfect time, early enough to influence how the design department evolves, but with the security of a business that already delivers a large volume of projects.

The Projects

You’ll lead mechanical design across a range of commercial D&B fit‑out schemes, typically valued between:

- £100k – £1.5m

Projects include:

- Cat A office refurbishments

- Cat B tenant fit outs

- Light commercial mechanical upgrades

- Fast‑track D&B packages

- High‑spec HVAC solutions

The Role:

Mechanical Design Manager

You will:

- Lead all mechanical design activity from concept to delivery

- Oversee technical output, ensuring high-quality and compliant designs

- Work closely with project managers, estimators, and clients

- Manage and mentor future design team members as the business continues to scale

- Influence the growth and structure of the design function

- Support tendering, value engineering, and D&B design responsibilities

This is a role for someone who wants more influence, more say, and long-term progression.

What’s on Offer

- £85,000+ Salary

- Travel allowance

- Healthcare

- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

- Clear progression to Head of Design / Technical Director

- Opportunity to shape your own team

- Strong project pipeline with a booming order book

- Central London office & projects

About You

You should have:

- Strong experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer or Manager within Building Services

- A background in commercial fit‑out (Cat A/Cat

B) or similar environments

- Hands‑on D&B experience with HVAC and mechanical systems

- Confidence working directly with clients and internal teams

- A desire to lead, mentor, and influence a growing business