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Technical Services Manager - Sprinkler Design
London
80,000 - 85,000 + Benefits
Permanent Position
Step into a pivotal leadership role where your sprinkler design expertise will shape major fire protection projects across the UK. This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a high-performing technical design team and drive innovation within one of the industry's most respected fire protection divisions.
You'll lead a multidisciplinary team delivering complex sprinkler system designs for high-profile commercial and residential developments. With a supportive but hands-off leadership structure above you, you'll have the autonomy to manage the team your way-while still having senior backing when needed.
Enjoy hybrid working with three days per week in the London office, plus 25 days holiday + bank holidays, life insurance and full travel expenses covered.
What You'll Be Doing
Leading, mentoring and developing a team of sprinkler system designers
Overseeing the technical output, quality and compliance of all sprinkler designs
Providing expert guidance on complex or specialist design challenges
Managing workflow, processes and resource allocation across multiple projects
Acting as the technical authority for sprinkler design within the London division
Ensuring designs meet all relevant standards, regulations and client specifications
What You'll Need
Extensive sprinkler design experience (minimum 10 years) across commercial and residential systems
Proven leadership background managing technical/design teams
Deep knowledge of relevant fire protection and sprinkler standards (e.g., BS EN, NFPA)
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
LPCB qualifications are advantageous but not essential
About the company
A privately owned sprinkler contractor with ambitions to double turnover in the next 3 years. With multiple UK offices and a strong focus on quality and innovation, this is a team that's already attracting top talent and pushing the industry forward.
If you are interested and would like to apply, then please forward your CV ASAP. Please do not worry if it isnt up to date, we can work than one out later. You can also connect with me ( Sean Byrne, Alecto Recruitment Ltd) on LinkedIn. #INDBMS
