Technical Manager - Applied Engineering

Job Title: Technical Manager - Applied Engineering
Location: Bracknell
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent/ Full time (37 hours)
About Us:
BSRIA is a science-driven, independent organisation providing practical guidance and commercial solutions for the built environment. With 70 years of expertise, BSRIA delivers impactful insights through market intelligence, consultancy, testing, compliance, research, training, and instrumentation.
About the role:
To lead & oversee the technical aspects of projects, teams & operations for the product & systems testing business, including third-party accredited quality systems. To act as an expert in specific engineering areas, applying practical technical knowledge, critical-thinking and problem-solving to deliver business objectives, and drive organizational success.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Leadership & Management:

• Mentor and manage staff, ensuring timely project delivery aligned with business needs.
  
• Identify growth opportunities, share with senior management, and lead initiatives using existing resources.
  
• Promote staff development through target setting and encouraging ownership.
  
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
  
• Provide technical guidance, training, and career development to enhance productivity.
  
• Share best practices to improve company performance.
  
• Deputise for senior management as required.
  Financial Management & Performance:
  
• With senior management, manage commercial and financial activities to support growth and profitability.
  
• Develop business cases detailing costs, resource needs, and revenue projections.
  
• Optimise resource allocation for financial efficiency.
  
• Monitor competitors for strategic insights.
  
• Provide performance reports for senior managers.
  Operational Excellence & Efficiency:
  
• Troubleshoot technical issues and make informed operational decisions.
  
• Implement strategies to boost efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve service.
  
• Drive development and maintenance of product and system testing procedures.
  
• Manage staff development and ensure equipment readiness.
  
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
  Quality:
  
• Maintain compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and other quality procedures.
  
• Align new or updated quality procedures with organisational needs.
  
• Ensure documentation and processes meet formal standards.
  
• Maintain high technical and quality standards.
  
• Review and approve test reports and proposals.
  
• Identify and mitigate risks.
  Technical Expertise:
  
• Monitor industry trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
  
• Provide technical guidance and training across departments.
  
• Enhance organisational visibility by engaging with industry stakeholders.
  Customer & Market Focus:
  
• Ensure an excellent customer experience.
  
• Advise on testing requirements and interpret results.
  
• Respond to technical enquiries from BSRIA customers and members.
  
• Support strategic initiatives and business plans.
  About you:
  
• In-depth building services experience from either design, construction or operations background.
  
• Knowledge of principles, practices & industry standards including ISO 9001.
  
• Practical experience of designing, installing, commissioning or operating building services is desirable.
  
• Technical expertise in one or more areas of building services engineering
  
• A strong network and reputation in the building services industry
  
• Writing ability (publications, reports, bids, web content etc.)
  
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to quality check and proofread documents to a high standard
  
• Excellent communication skills - ability to liaise with colleagues and industry partners at all levels, chair meetings and manage group discussions diplomatically.
  
• Ability to project manage multiple projects simultaneously
  
• Demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, with the ability to adapt to evolving business and industry needs.
  Qualifications Required:
  
• Professional/academic degree in Metallurgy other STEM subject or related field, or 10+ years operational experience
  Taking into consideration the costs of sponsorship, the nature of the role and the financial resources of the account in question, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the necessary right to work in the UK.
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  Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Technical Manager, Engineering Solutions Manager, Applied Engineering Lead, and Principal Engineering Manager may also be considered