Associate – Mechanical, UK Data Centres (Management Role)

• The role will initially be remote, transitioning to a hybrid model once the Birmingham hub is operational, with flexible office attendance required.

• Honours degree - Chartered [an advantage, but not essential]

• 10+ years recognised expert within the sector [mechanical engineering and data centres or industrial/high-tech and commercial]

• 3+ years' experience in people management, managing multidisciplinary teams (consultants and engineers, etc.)

• 3+ years' project management experience, overseeing both electrical and mechanical engineering projects

• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills

• Ability to work well with employees at all levels of the organisation

• Drive for continuous innovation and adoption of emerging technologies

• Champion excellence in the Ethos design process and engineering techniques

• Review technical designs to ensure that design & scope are fully understood

• Enhance functionality and costs on projects

• Ensure effective collaboration between M&E

• Lead a high performing team, championing QA and QC, and hitting deadline targets

• Monitor costs and innovate to minimise expenses within the Ethos group

• Assist in the management of the resources within the group, including outsourcing

• Can interpret contracts, understanding terms and conditions and work to these parameters

• Liaise with senior management when new and relevant industry trends and products emerge

• Assist in the procurement of new business – liaising with the senior management team

• Effectively communicate to external parties [clients, suppliers, partners, vendors]

• Build relationships with external business associates

• Represent the group to the wider Ethos company, providing inputs to shape the companies Quality Assurance procedures

• Manage a team in the delivery of multiple large-scale projects

• Monitor the development of the team through monthly 1-2-1’s and informal communication

• Train junior team members and create action plans for poor performance

• Ensure new technologies are understood by the Ethos team

Why Join Us?

At Ethos, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing.

We offer:

• Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.

• A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.

• Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.

Values
Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be EPIC - for our people and our customers.

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