Sales Engineering Manager

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Role: Sales Engineering Manager (Mechanical Bias)

Location: Central London

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, on-site

Salary: £95,000 - £100,000

We’re working with a specialist contractor operating within critical environments, delivering full-scope design, build and infrastructure solutions across complex projects.

They’re now looking to bring in a Sales Engineering Manager to lead the front-end engineering function - someone who can take ownership of technical solutioning, pre-construction, and commercial input across bids and client engagements.

This role leans heavily toward mechanical systems, so a strong background in cooling and associated infrastructure is key. That said, you’ll still need to understand how everything ties together across the wider M&E and data centre ecosystem.

What you’ll be doing:

* Leading the technical and engineering input across bids, tenders, and early-stage opportunities

* Translating client requirements into robust, deliverable technical solutions

* Owning the pre-construction phase - including design input, estimation, and bid strategy

* Producing and reviewing proposals, technical submissions, and supporting documentation

* Carrying out take-offs, BOQs, and labour build-ups to support accurate pricing

* Driving value engineering and alternative solutions to improve both cost and deliverability

* Acting as the technical lead in client meetings, design reviews, and bid presentations

* Managing supplier and subcontractor engagement during tender stages

* Supporting handover into delivery teams, ensuring scope and design intent are clear

Technical focus:

This role is mechanically led, with a strong emphasis on:

* Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chilled water, DX, free cooling)

* HVAC and thermal management within critical environments

* Integration with electrical systems (LV distribution, UPS, generators)

* Coordination with wider infrastructure including containment, cabling, and white space fit-out

What they’re looking for:

* Strong background in mechanical engineering, ideally within critical or complex environments

* Proven experience across design, estimation, and pre-construction

* Experience in a sales engineering, bid, or solutions role

* Ability to take ownership of technical proposals from concept through to submission

* Solid commercial awareness - understanding pricing, risk, and margins

* Experience engaging with clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams

* Comfortable reviewing drawings and producing technical documentation

Ideal background:

* Mechanical bias within M&E contracting or building services

* Experience working on large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects

* Data centre experience is beneficial, but not essential

* Candidates from sectors such as pharma, industrial, manufacturing, or other complex environments will also be considered
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Location:
London
Salary:
£95,000 - £100,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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