BMS Design Manager | Leeds Office (LS12) | Full Time | £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) Our client is a Leeds-based specialist in control panel design, manufacturing and building management systems, with over 25 years of industry experience. They provide an end-to-end service, including system design, in-house panel manufacturing, engineering, installation and ongoing maintenance across commercial, industrial, education, healthcare and public sector projects. With a strong reputation for bespoke control solutions, they work on technically interesting projects, from new-build developments to complex refurbishment and upgrade works. Projects typically include a 75/25 split of new works to rework, across sectors such as schools, student accommodation, offices, manufacturing facilities and commercial buildings, with project values ranging from £10,000 to £500,000. The Role
Our client is looking for a Design Manager to lead and coordinate the company's design team and oversee project design work. Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll work closely with the management team, project managers and customers to ensure designs and technical submissions meet project requirements and tender scope. This is a hands-on leadership role combining team management with technical oversight. You'll coordinate workloads, monitor quality and performance, support the development of procedures, and contribute to the production of technical details and schematics. You'll also attend client and consultant meetings when needed to discuss and align designs with project expectations. The role is based at the Leeds office, with occasional home working available by agreement. Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the design team, planning workloads and ensuring suitable cover
Review technical submissions to ensure they are accurate and aligned with the tender scope
Work with project managers and designers to interpret project requirements and produce technical details and schematics
Attend client and consultant meetings as required, representing the company and discussing design proposals
Monitor team performance through regular meetings and annual reviews
Identify training needs and organise training when procedures or requirements change
Develop, implement and review design procedures to support consistent ways of working
Support internal and external quality assurance requirements, including audits and follow-up actions
Ensure the design team follows company policies and procedures, including health and safety and ISO 9001 requirements
Work with the Operations Director and management team to monitor project information and support contractual compliance
Take on specific projects and other related duties as required
What We're Looking For (Essential)
Experience in a design role within BMS, building services, electrical controls or a related engineering environment
Experience leading, managing or coordinating a design team
Strong technical understanding and the ability to review design work for accuracy and completeness
Ability to interpret project requirements and technical information
Confident communication skills, including the ability to liaise with clients, consultants and internal teams
An organised approach, with the ability to coordinate workloads and manage changing priorities
A proactive approach to quality, procedures and team development
Applicants with full right to work in the UK, no sponsorship available
Desirable Experience
BMS experience
Control panel manufacturing experience
Experience with electrical schematics
AutoCAD experience
What's In It For You
Competitive salary of £40,000 - 50,000 (DOE)
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with a Christmas shutdown
Private medical cover
Occasional home working by agreement (non-contractual)
Join a growing business at an exciting stage of expansion
Work on technically challenging BMS and controls projects across multiple sectors
Exposure to projects ranging from £10,000 to £500,000
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BMS Design Manager employer: Talent Finder
As a leading destination for professional tradespeople in March, Cambridgeshire, our company offers a dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. With competitive salaries, opportunities for overtime, and a strong focus on teamwork, we foster a culture of support and development, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their role while enjoying the benefits of working with top-quality products and a dedicated customer base.
