Design Team Lead
3 days ago
City of London
Company Overview A leading smart building technology integrator delivering innovative, multi-technology solutions across commercial, residential, hospitality, and data centre environments. The organisation focuses on combining technology, design, and operational expertise to deliver end-to-end smart building solutions. It invests in its people through continuous learning, professional development, and a supportive, collaborative culture that encourages autonomy, accountability, and technical excellence. Job Summary The Smart Building Solutions Design Lead will operate within the presales and preconstruction function, managing and contributing to allocated opportunities from initial enquiry through bid submission and into the pre-construction phase. This role involves: • Leading the scoping, design, costing, and bid proposal production for multi-technology smart building solutions., • Managing post-award pre-construction activities, including technical design, commercial input, and handover to delivery teams., • Collaborating with teams across the organisation to ensure solutions meet client requirements and align with strategic goals. The role requires a strong blend of technical, commercial, and leadership skills, with exposure to a wide range of smart building technologies, including: • Master System Integrator/Operator Services, • Building IoT (occupancy and environmental monitoring), • Physical IT infrastructure (copper and fibre cabling), • Network systems (LAN, WiFi, voice, in-building mobile, servers, storage), • Electronic security (access control, CCTV, intercom, intruder alarms), • Audio-visual systems (video conferencing, IPTV, digital signage, background music) Location: Head Office / UK Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Manage and lead allocated opportunities throughout the bid and pre-construction phases., • Produce high-quality technical and commercial bid proposals., • Own opportunities from receipt of tender documentation to bid submission, project award, and pre-construction activities., • Collaborate effectively with sales, operations, delivery, technology leads, and procurement teams., • Attend client meetings, site surveys, presentations, and pre-construction design sessions., • Deliver both technical and commercial presentations., • Create and maintain supporting documentation and templates for pre-sales and pre-construction activities., • Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and partners., • Ensure smooth handover of awarded projects to delivery teams. Design & Costing • Prepare cost models and material/labour estimates for smart building solutions., • Take design responsibility for smart building solutions, ensuring compliance with standards, codes, and client requirements. Leadership • irection and guidance to contributing team members and/or direct reports., • Allocate tasks according to team strengths, track progress, and set goals., • Maintain and communicate a clear project vision and align team efforts accordingly., • Resolve problems or conflicts within the team and foster a collaborative working environment., • Mentor and train team members, supporting succession planning and career growth., • Support leadership in achieving organisational objectives and strategic goals. Person Specification • Ability to design and deliver smart building solutions across commercial, residential, hospitality, and data centre sectors., • Experience with multi-technology operational solutions in construction environments., • Competent in design and estimation of Master System Integrator services, IoT sensors, ICT cabling, LAN/WiFi networks, electronic security, and audio-visual systems., • Awareness of smart building software and emerging technologies., • Knowledge of risks and requirements in tender documentation., • Understanding of pre-construction activities, technical submittals, drawing approvals, RFIs, change control, and variations., • Vendor liaison experience and understanding of manufacturer solutions., • Skilled in analysing and producing costing spreadsheets for smart building projects. Skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general ICT tools., • Ability to design, estimate, and visually represent smart building solutions., • Commercial awareness, including bid analysis and financial modelling., • Ability to coordinate and work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders., • Ability to follow technical best practices to meet quality standards and deadlines. Behaviours • Detail-oriented and focused on high-quality outputs., • Self-motivated, disciplined, and effective at managing workload., • Proactive problem-solver with initiative., • Flexible with working hours and overtime as required., • Demonstrates awareness of security and data integrity issues. Qualifications Essential: • Minimum five GCSEs (or equivalent) including Math's and English., • Valid DBS Check., • Relevant certifications, accreditations, or memberships with recognised manufacturers or industry bodies. Desirable: • Degree-level education (or equivalent)., • Additional professional accreditations in smart building technologies or trade bodies., • Awareness of WiredScore and SmartScore certification processes., • Familiarity with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and CAD solutions., • APMP Foundation Certification. Working Hours • Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pm