Mechanical Design Lead / Associate Director Sector: Pharmaceutical | Life Sciences | Advanced Manufacturing
A highly respected building services consultancy delivering complex pharmaceutical and life sciences facilities across the UK and Europe is seeking a Mechanical Design Lead / Associate Director. This is a strategic hire with a clear and defined pathway to Director level as part of the company’s succession and growth plan. You will join a technically strong leadership team delivering GMP, cleanroom and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Lead mechanical design across pharmaceutical & GMP projects
• Strong consultancy background (essential)
£100,000 – £120,000 Basic + Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Pension + Clear Pathway to Director
Location: London, United Kingdom
The Role
• Oversee HVAC, cleanroom ventilation & environmental control systems
• Develop contamination control & pressure cascade strategies
• Lead utilities design (CHW, LTHW, steam, compressed air)
• Mentor and grow the mechanical design team
• Act as senior client-facing technical authority
• Support commercial strategy & business development
• Sign off and oversee detailed design delivery
What They’re Looking For
• 10+ years mechanical building services design
• Pharmaceutical / life sciences project experience
• Cleanroom & GMP knowledge
• Chartered or working toward CIBSE
• Leadership ambition with Director-level capability
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