Coleman James

Our client is world leading construction and engineering company who are looking for a Mechanical Technical Engineer to join their team in London. Projects are based in London and the Southeast and cover various sectors including Healthcare, Residential Regeneration, Schools and Data Centres with values ranging from 5m - 130m. You will assist the Mechanical Technical Manager in 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). You will build and lead effective relationships with MEP Consultants, Digital Engineering Coordinators and Specialist CDP Designers to maximise value/opportunity and mitigate risk. Responsibilities: Develop good working relations with the MEP and Digital Engineering Consultants for allocated project. Support the Mechanical Technical Manager in delivering the design and technical engineering management for allocated project. Support and provide coaching / mentoring to Junior Technical Engineers. Assist in the preparation of MEP consultant appointments. Contribute to Designing for Safety and CDM. Undertake granular design reviews and manage technical risks and opportunities. Monitor and manage MEP design progress. Technically review major packages, plant and equipment. Validate site installation and system operation against the design. Provide technical trouble-shooting support. Requirements: HND / NVQ in a Mechanical or Building Services subject are preferable, but also consider people qualified by experience. Experience within a design consultancy / D&B contractor or technical / design management role. Good experience of design and technical responsibility and relevant sector experience. Good understanding of project lifecycle, including RIBA and BSRIA work stages. Strong Mechanical Engineering subject matter knowledge with knowledge of contemporary design approaches, technologies and solutionsThis opportunity will present you with an exciting opportunity to develop your career long term within a supportive and encouraging environment offering structure and support. There is a great package on top of your salary which includes car allowance, private medical care, 26 days holiday (rises to 28 after 2 years, then 30 after 5 years), 8% pension contribution and a share scheme! If you are interested please send your CV to Ben

We are working with a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and grow their data centre delivery capability. The role demands a hands-on operational leader with proven experience of operating within live data centres and critical environments, with expertise in leading teams to deliver fast track refurbishment projects, particularly within the data centre sector. The initial project will see you be part of an ongoing fitout and infrastructure upgrade to a Global Blue-chip Banking organisation. Key Responsibilities Stakeholder engagement. Leading project teams to deliver the current workload. Expanding the current pipeline. Developing clear business plans to expand their capability and market position in the data centre sector. This role is pivotal to the delivery, growth, and strategic development of our data centre offering and requires a leader who can balance operational excellence with commercial and client-facing leadership. This is initially a site-based role, requiring flexibility to operate primarily between two current live projects in the Yorkshire region, the role also carries wider national responsibility beyond these locations. The ideal candidate will: Come from an engineering contracting background. Have demonstrable experience delivering large-scale, complex MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health) projects. Have a strong understanding of mission-critical infrastructure. Have the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure operational environments. The candidate will also have a proven ability to: Manage stakeholder expectations. Maintain operational continuity. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The role will also carry functional leadership accountability, including: Providing direction for the wider Operational function Ensuring appropriate governance Driving capability development Ensuring consistent standards. Supporting strong performance. Enabling effective integration with commercial delivery teams If you are interested please send your CV to Ben

Our client is a highly established, leading Tier 1 contractor who is looking for a talented Bid Coordinator to join their Pre-Construction team, supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of high-quality bid and tender submissions across a range of sectors. This is a fantastic chance to progress your career as part of a skilled, inclusive and forward-thinking team. You'll work alongside experienced bid professionals and technical specialists, gaining exposure to complex, high-profile projects while helping us create tomorrow together. As a Bid Coordinator you'll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of bids from initial enquiry through to contract award. Working closely with the Bid Coordinator Lead and wider pre-construction teams, you'll help ensure submissions are accurate, compliant, professionally presented and delivered on time. You'll coordinate information from multiple stakeholders, maintain document control, support governance processes and contribute to the production of compelling bid submissions that align with customer, technical and commercial requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience across all stages of the bidding process, with clear development pathways towards full bid management responsibility in the future. As Bid Coordinator you will: Support the Bid Coordinator Lead in the preparation, coordination and delivery of bids and tender submissions. Coordinate input from estimating, design, proposals and commercial teams to ensure complete and accurate submissions. Manage tender documentation, templates and filing systems, maintaining robust version control. Prepare and format bid documents, reports and presentations in line with company branding standards. Record, distribute and track tender clarifications, updates and correspondence. Organise bid meetings and support the production of agendas, actions and meeting minutes. Monitor tender programmes and highlight risks, delays or issues to the wider team. Support quality assurance and compliance reviews before submission. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners throughout the bid process. Assist with lessons learned reviews, customer feedback and bid close-out activities. Requirements: Experience within bid coordination, tendering, proposals or a similar work-winning environment. An understanding of pre-construction and bidding processes within the construction, engineering or M&E sectors. Strong organisational and project coordination skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail when working to tight deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems. A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams. A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. WHAT THEY OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including Private Medical, Pension with 6% employer contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and much more Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression Industry-leading family leave benefits including 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben!

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join a well-established facilities and maintenance operation covering a portfolio of sites across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. This is a permanent, field-based opportunity offering a varied workload across multiple properties. You'll be responsible for ensuring commercial heating and gas systems remain safe, compliant and operating efficiently. Responsibilities Servicing, maintaining and repairing commercial gas and heating systems Diagnosing faults and completing repairs Planned preventative and reactive maintenance Working on commercial boilers and associated plant equipment Combustion analysis and relevant safety testing Minor mechanical and plumbing works Supporting equipment upgrades, installations and commissioning Completing required inspections and compliance documentation Ensuring all work meets relevant health, safety and industry regulations Requirements Relevant commercial gas qualifications Experience maintaining and repairing commercial heating and gas systems A good understanding of industry health and safety requirements Full UK Driving Licence Additional mechanical or plumbing qualifications and experience within large multi-site estates would be advantageous. What's on Offer? Competitive salary package Company van for business use Ongoing training and development Career progression opportunities This is a permanent position, and Coleman James are acting as an Employment Agency