Mechanical Associate / Associate Director - Building Services Consultancy

The Opportunity

We're working exclusively with a highly regarded building services consultancy to appoint a Mechanical Associate Director to their leadership team in South Manchester.

This is a key strategic hire within a business known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and diverse project portfolio. As Mechanical Associate Director, you'll take a client-facing lead across multiple sectors — including commercial, education and residential — while overseeing the performance and coordination of an established mechanical design team.

It's an ideal role for an experienced mechanical building services engineer looking for more influence, leadership, and long-term progression within a growing business.

This is a significant moment for the business as they secure several key project and frameworks wins. Now would be an excellent time to join and share their success and growth.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead mechanical engineering delivery on a variety of multi-sector projects

* Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and stakeholders

* Manage and mentor a team of mechanical engineers, promoting collaboration and technical development

* Coordinate design outputs across disciplines to ensure seamless project delivery

* Oversee workload planning, resource management, and project financials

* Support Directors with business development, bid work, and strategic growth planning

* Maintain high technical standards, champion sustainable design, and ensure compliance with current regulations

Requirements

* Degree-qualified Mechanical Building Services Engineer (or equivalent)

* Chartered or working toward CEng status (CIBSE or IMechE)

* Minimum 10 years' experience within UK consultancy environment

* Proven track record of delivering complex MEP projects from concept to handover

* Strong client-facing and leadership skills

* Comfortable managing teams and coordinating cross-discipline design packages

* Confident communicator with a commercially aware, delivery-focused mindset

What's On Offer

* Competitive salary package (£85K-£95K)

* Annual bonus and enhanced benefits

* Clear progression route toward Director-level

* Supportive and modern working culture (hybrid working available)

* Opportunity to lead high-quality projects with long-standing clients

* A visible and influential role within a respected MEP consultancy