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Ernest Gordon Recruitment

Design Manager (Data Centres / Fire Protection)

East Sussex
£62k – £70k/yr
Posted 1 day ago
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Design Manager (Data Centres / Fire Protection)

Design Manager (Data Centres / Fire Protection)

£62,000 - £70,000 + Vehicle or Allowance + Company Bonus + Training + Increasing Holidays + Progression

Location: Reading, Berkshire

Are you a Design Manager from a Mechanical background, looking for a new role within the Datacentre or Fire Protection industry, for a company who are rapidly expanding and investing in the business and their team, going from strength-to-strength?

Do you want to be a key member of a highly skilled team of 8 designers, for a company that offers ongoing progression routes and the chance to put your stamp on the department?

This company provides design, maintenance and servicing for fire and security systems across the UK, working with large blue-chip clients in data centres, as well as commercial and government establishments such as hospitals and schools.

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The Role:

  • Lead and develop the design team (8 members)
  • Robust drawing checking and approval procedures
  • Work closely with Project Directors and clients throughout
  • Lead design reviews and meetings

The Person:

  • Proven experience in a Design Manager or similar senior role
  • Mechanical Design background or similar
  • Full UK drivers license

Reference Number: BBBH25756

Related Keywords: Design Manager, Fire, Security, Engineering Manager, CAD Manager, Drawing Office Manager, Manufacturing Design, Production Engineering, Data Centre, AutoCAD, Revit, Berkshire

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Equal Opportunities Employer: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Skills

Design Management
Mechanical Design
Fire Protection
Data Centres
Client Liaison
Team Leadership
Project Management
Drawing Checking
AutoCAD
Revit

Location

East Sussex, England, United Kingdom

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