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Design Project Manager

Location: Our support office is in the heart of High Street Kensington; you’ll regularly travel to our restaurants nationwide.

Love the feeling of ticking a box and completing a project? Are you a creative design pro with a passion for making spaces not just stand out but keep people talking?

We're looking for someone who spots every detail, someone who is an organised Design Project Manager with lots of ideas that can take our restaurants to the next level.

What You’ll Do? You’ll be the key link between our restaurant teams, design partners, and suppliers, coordinating design projects that take our restaurants to the next level. Bring fresh ideas to life while keeping everything on-brand.

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in hospitality or retail design—you’ve worked with design agencies, architectural practices, or client-side teams.
• Confidence to share vision and collaborate with our talented teams across Côte
• A love for travel and overseeing projects across the UK.

Join us and help shape the future look of our restaurants!

Join us as a Business Design & Solutions Lead

• This is a high profile role in the Operations Centre of Excellence that will see you supporting the ongoing definition of the bank wide Operations strategy alongside key business stakeholders
• We’ll look to you to define and mobilise key components of the Operations strategy in partnership with senior Operations leaders and key supporting functions such as Technology and D&A
• You'll have a real opportunity to add value and deliver lasting results in this role, while building meaningful relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders

What you'll do

As a Business Design & Solutions Lead, you’ll play a leading role in driving innovation across Operations and identifying and designing new opportunities that will allow us to execute and deliver on the five year strategic vision for Operations. You’ll make sure that all solutions align to the bank’s strategy and the franchise and functions’ five year plans.

You’ll create, shape, define and own pan-operations and individual franchise opportunities that support delivery of the Operations five year strategic plan and develop the associated business case, securing sign-off and approval of the same from all major stakeholders.

More specifically, you’ll:

• Work closely with key stakeholders across the business to create, shape, define and own pan-operations and individual franchise opportunities
• Make sure that all designs are compliant with all the appropriate governance and policies and in line with the bank’s risk management appetite
• Manage the programme design and associated working groups and project teams to provide strategic direction and leadership
• Understand the impact and associated risks that other programmes may have and manage any associated dependencies

The skills you'll need

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a background in business design and have experience of delivering strategic programmes that support a business strategy and its growth agenda. You’ll have a track record of designing and delivering end-to-end innovative designs and solutions within Operations. You’ll be a trusted partner to senior stakeholders and have the ability to influence them with your ideas and concepts and secure the buy-in of all key decision makers.

In addition, you’ll need to be resilient, creative and free thinking and be prepared to challenge status quo and the conventional ways of doing things. You’ll be comfortable in analysing data and operating in an environment with ambiguity and have sound decision making skills.

You’ll also demonstrate:

• Experience developing compelling strategies that are tangible and grounded
• Experience of working with senior stakeholders in the design, shaping and mobilisation of innovative solutions in an operational construct
• Familiarity with multiple data sources and the ability to leverage those data sources to create insight and inform, both strategy and execution
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills
• Critical thinking skills, enabling you to cut through complexity, and make sound decisions and recommendations that are carefully balanced against risk

Your new company
It is an award-winning building services consultancy which provides mechanical, electrical and public health design solutions with a particular focus on sustainability. This practice boasts a comprehensive project portfolio of landmark projects including commercial and major healthcare and pharmaceutical projects. Due to some key project wins, they are now looking to expand the team by hiring an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer with the view to put you on a promotion path as the business continues to grow.



Your new role
It is as a Senior/ Principal Electrical Engineer that will excel in engineering design, the management of projects and the management of teams, working on multiple projects including multi-million pound schemes. You will support the directors with the ongoing development of improved standards and procedures within the company, whilst taking the lead in managing everyday operations utilising their many years' of experience. You will act as design lead on projects, promoting design excellence, and you will mentor and develop the skills of the engineers in their team. Leading by example, you will ensure the highest standards of health & safety and quality.



What you'll need to succeed


You will have a strong technical core competence and background in project delivery. In addition, you will have a broad understanding of the principles of building services and other related building design disciplines and a desire to mentor and lead a team of Engineers.
You must also be-

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering/Building Services.
• Proven experience (6+ years) in electrical engineering design within the building services industry.
• Experience leading and developing senior and more junior engineers.
• Comfortable in a client-facing role and willing to contribute to business development activities.
• Experience leading teams on large-scale and often complex projects.
• Experience in the delivery of all phases of a project from inception to completion, but specifically, design and quality control focused and dealing directly with the customer and project teams.
• Experience and awareness of major digital engineering tools, such as CAD/Revit, and Amtech. You will also have experience of delivering projects in a BIM environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ideally Chartered or willing to work towards

What you'll get in return

They offer a competitive salary and comprehensive range of benefits based on experience and level. These include:

• c £55k - £65k+ per annum (dependent on experience etc.)
• Discretionary bonuses
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• Professional memberships paid for
• Flexible/ Hybrid working
• 2 weeks working remotely abroad (subject to RTW in desired country)

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Your new company
Is a growing MEP and sustainability practice with 4 offices nationally. Their London team is experiencing a period of growth due to some key project wins within the commercial sector. Projects tend to be a mixture of residential and commercial projects with an emphasis on a holistic-sustainability focused design approach. With a design focused culture, an informal office feel, and a love of socialising, the London team are seeking a like-minded engineer to take a new role as a mechanical lead.


Your new role
You will take a bit of a lead on all mechanical matters for the London team. You will work across all projects, work closely with your clients, attend sites, supervise the work of junior engineers, and actively work on mechanical designs. You will also support the London office leadership by working closely with the office lead.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be working as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at a quality consultancy. You will have experience working across multiple project types and buildings, including some experience of commercial, residential, or education projects. You will have a creative and problem-solving mentality, able to take complex challenges and find excellent design solutions. You have an excellent client-facing personality, and be able to work closely with other industry professionals. You will have relevant qualifications in engineering.

What you'll get in return
You will join an established business at a time of growth in its London team. You will work across a desirable range of project types. You will enjoy a flexible working culture, work from home options, and regular company social activities. You will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

What you need to do now
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Your New Company
Is a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering consultancy based in the heart of London. Our client is renowned for delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions with a number of award-winning projects under their belt, across a variety of sectors, with a strong focus on residential and mixed-use developments. They are a big promoter of a strong work-life balance and operate a very favourable hybrid working policy alongside a 9-day fortnight schedule. They are also split evenly between male and female Engineers and are keen to promote from within.

Your New Role
As an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design and implementation of electrical systems for residential and mixed-use projects. You will be responsible for creating detailed electrical designs, preparing technical specifications, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and clients will be key to delivering successful project outcomes. You will receive exposure to design team meetings and clients with a view to be handed your own smaller projects soon to help aid your career development.

What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an electrical design setting.
• Proven competence in designing electrical systems for residential and mixed-use developments.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset.

What You'll Get In Return
In return for your expertise and dedication, you will receive:

• A competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and pension plans.
• A 9-day fortnight working schedule, offering a great work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

What you need to do now
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Your New Company
Join a forward-thinking and dynamic team dedicated to bringing buildings to life through innovative and sustainable electrical design. They are passionate about creating solutions that are not only efficient but also environmentally friendly. They work across a variety of sectors, including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and industrial, ensuring that each project is both challenging and rewarding.

Your New Role
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in leading projects and guiding junior engineers. You will be responsible for:

• Acting as Project Leader on selected projects.
• Attending principal meetings and making client presentations.
• Promoting technical excellence within the team.
• Developing client relationships and generating repeat business.
• Working on a variety of technically challenging projects from inception to completion.
• Producing drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Collaborating closely with team members to achieve common goals.

What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of post-qualification design experience in building services.
• Proficiency in software design tools such as Microsoft Suite, Relux/Dialux, Amtech, and Revit.
• Knowledge of British and European Standards, Building Regulations, and HTM's.
• Professional Membership (CIBSE, IET) is desirable.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV systems and integration of renewable technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

What You'll Get In Return
In return for your expertise and dedication, you will receive:

• A competitive salary and enhanced pay schemes.
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to buy and sell leave.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• A forward-thinking, agile working environment.
• Access to a range of benefits including a cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, eye care vouchers, and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Full allowance for team-building activities and participation in social and charitable events.

What you need to do now


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Your New Company
Is an Engineering consultancy that prides itself on delivering high quality work and successfully creates lots of repeat business as a result. They try to foster a work environment that empowers creativity, innovation, and fun, while doing what you are passionate about every day.

Your New Role
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead and manage the full mechanical design on projects of all sizes, ensuring best-in-class engineering. You will provide quality control for mechanical engineering projects across all offices, manage project teams, and collaborate with other offices as needed. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing full mechanical design on various projects.
• Providing quality control and project cost control.
• Managing both project teams and cross-functional teams.
• Travelling to client and project locations for meetings, surveys, and training.
• Liaising and collaborating with other offices.

What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum degree level in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of building services consultancy design experience.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and experience with thermal modelling, energy assessment, and dynamic energy modelling software.
• Knowledge of commercial sector and BIM experience is a strong advantage.
• Chartership is desirable.
• Proven experience in delivering detailed designs through the full design cycle.
• Expert knowledge in mechanical design areas such as water services, heating/LTHW, HVAC, fuel, above-ground drainage, and BMS.
• Deep knowledge of building regulations and the ability to demonstrate this in design and project lead.
• Ability to lead projects internally and externally, ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability.
• Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and commercial awareness.

What You'll Get In Return
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive:

• A competitive salary.
• Time in lieu/flexitime.
• Performance and development management, including annual salary reviews and performance-related bonus payments.
• Wellbeing allowance.
• Pension scheme and death in service benefits.
• Life balance days.
• Educational support.
• One extra week's paid leave on reaching your 5th anniversary.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Your new company
Is a respected building services and sustainability consultancy that has seen consistent growth in recent years, thanks to repeat clients, quality project delivery, and a team of enthusiastic and driven people. Their culture is relaxed, creative, and quality focused, with a new flexible office space to support agile working. Projects are varied and often contain unusual or challenging elements. Projects include residential blocks, workplace refurbishment, and major mixed-use developments. Now with a team of around 40 engineers and consultants, they have identified significant growth opportunities in their MEP design team.
Your new role

You will join as the Senior Electrical Engineer in the London office. Taking lead of the electrical design process, working closely with your Director, and managing a small team of 4 electrical engineers. A key aspect of your role will be to take a lead role on projects, overseeing more junior members of staff and ensuring quality design is achieved. You will also have an external focus on business development and client management, looking to develop existing relationships and bring in new business where possible.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be an experienced electrical design specialist, with experience working at a senior level within the consultancy environment. Equally, if you're are an experienced Intermediate Electrical Engineer looking for a step-up, this role may also be suitable. You will have experience leading on a variety of projects. Ideally, you will have experience on residential, commercial or pharmaceutical projects, however this is not essential. Ideally, you will be charted with CIBSE or a comparable institute, although this isn't essential.

What you'll get in return

You will be joining a well-established, respected building services consultancy with a track record of successfully developing engineers through to leadership level. You'll also get to work on excellent high-profile projects and working with a successful established team. This role is also offering an excellent salary and benefits package. You will also enjoy a leading flexible working arrangement and excellent team culture.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ben Ellis now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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