Technical Manager

Technical Manager (Design & Technical) - Major Nuclear Infrastructure Project
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, CumbriaSalary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent BenefitsSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for and maintain relevant UK Security Clearance (SC minimum, with ability to obtain higher levels where required)Site Presence: Minimum 4 days per week on site required due to project complexity, stakeholder engagement and security requirements. Flexible working available where project commitments allow.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join a major programme delivering critical infrastructure within a highly regulated and security-conscious environment in Barrow-in-Furness.
Reporting into the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide technical leadership across complex multidisciplinary engineering and construction activities, ensuring robust engineering governance, technical assurance, compliance and successful integration of Mechanical, Electrical and Process systems with Civil, Structural and Architectural (CS&A) elements.
This is a pivotal leadership role on a flagship programme where technical excellence, regulatory compliance and effective engineering integration are fundamental to successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities
As Technical Manager, you will:

Provide technical leadership and direction across all engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead the development, coordination and integration of multidisciplinary engineering solutions.
Oversee the technical delivery of complex M&E systems and ensure successful integration with CS&A packages.
Manage engineering assurance, governance and compliance processes in alignment with client and regulatory requirements.
Review, challenge and approve technical designs, specifications and engineering deliverables.
Support technical decision making by assessing technical risk, engineering constraints and project requirements.
Ensure effective management of technical change through established governance and change control procedures.
Interface with client representatives, consultants, supply chain partners and internal project teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements.
Drive technical excellence, innovation and best practice throughout the engineering function.
Support project planning, procurement and delivery teams with technical expertise and engineering leadership.
Ensure all technical solutions comply with relevant industry standards, legislation and project-specific requirements.
Mentor and develop engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Essential Experience
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

Experience delivering complex engineering and construction projects within highly regulated environments.
Proven leadership of multidisciplinary technical and engineering teams.
Significant experience managing and integrating Mechanical & Electrical systems on major projects.
Strong background in technical governance, assurance, compliance and engineering change management.
Experience managing technical risk and making informed engineering decisions throughout project delivery.
Ability to coordinate multiple engineering disciplines and resolve complex technical interface challenges.
Experience working within sectors such as Nuclear, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy, Rail, Marine, Petrochemical or similarly regulated environments.

Technical Knowledge
Successful candidates will possess:

Strong technical knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical building services and infrastructure systems.
Detailed understanding of M&E integration within complex construction and engineering programmes.
Good understanding of Civil, Structural & Architectural (CS&A) disciplines and technical interfaces.
Knowledge of engineering assurance, systems integration and compliance requirements.
Ability to critically review, challenge and coordinate multidisciplinary technical solutions.
Understanding of project delivery methodologies within complex engineering environments.
Familiarity with safety, quality and regulatory requirements associated with major infrastructure projects.

Qualifications
Essential:

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Strong Mechanical Engineering background.

Desirable:

Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or equivalent professional registration.
Membership of an appropriate professional body such as IMechE, IET, IChemE or similar.

What's on Offer?

Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure and defence programmes.
Long-term project pipeline providing excellent career development opportunities.
Exposure to complex multidisciplinary engineering challenges.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Professional development and support towards further accreditation.
Collaborative and high-performing project environment.

Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the works, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of UK Security Clearance. Offers of employment will be subject to successful security screening and verification checks.

Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to take technical ownership of a major engineering programme, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering critical infrastructure that supports the UK's national capability. If you have a strong Mechanical Engineering background, experience leading technical teams within regulated environments, and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, we would like to hear from you.