Technical Delivery Manager - Water Efficiency

We are looking for a Technical Delivery Manager – Water Efficiency to be responsible for the technical development, specification and successful delivery of water-efficiency projects from initial site assessment through design, installation, commissioning and final handover. This is a hands-on technical and delivery role, ideally suited to someone with a strong plumbing, mechanical or water-services background who understands how water systems operate and can translate site findings into practical, commercially viable solutions. Unlike a traditional project management role, the TDM will be expected to understand the technical solution, develop the specification and then take ownership of delivering that solution on site. The role provides a clear technical link between opportunity identification, design, commercial approval and project delivery. Key Responsibilities Site Surveys & Technical Assessment Undertake detailed site surveys of existing water systems and infrastructure. Assess existing sanitaryware, outlets, pipework, controls, water pressures, flow rates, metering and associated equipment. Identify opportunities to reduce water consumption while maintaining appropriate performance and user experience. Record existing conditions through measurements, photographs, drawings and survey documentation. Identify site constraints, access requirements and potential delivery risks at an early stage. Design & Specification Develop practical water-efficiency solutions based on survey findings and client requirements. Select and specify appropriate products, equipment and technologies. Produce clear technical scopes of work and specifications that can be used for both client approval and contractor pricing. Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and material schedules. Develop or coordinate drawings, schematics and installation information where required. Ensure solutions consider maintainability, product life, compatibility with existing systems and whole-life value. Work with suppliers and manufacturers to confirm technical suitability and product performance. Technical & Commercial Development Support the development of Investment Grade Proposals and project opportunities. Provide accurate technical information to support project costing. Obtain and review contractor and supplier quotations. Identify assumptions, exclusions and potential variations before projects move into delivery. Ensure the proposed solution can realistically be delivered within the agreed commercial allowance. Project Mobilisation Take ownership of the project once approved for delivery. Develop the delivery plan and programme. Confirm scope, specification, responsibilities and site requirements with all parties. Ensure materials, contractors and specialist resources are coordinated ahead of mobilisation. Review RAMS and other required project documentation. Conduct pre-start meetings where appropriate. Project Delivery Act as the Technical Delivery Manager throughout the installation. Coordinate and manage approved Delivery Partners, plumbers, engineers and specialist subcontractors. Ensure contractors fully understand the specification and required standard of installation. Monitor progress against programme and agreed scope. Attend site as required throughout delivery. Resolve technical issues arising during installation. Manage changes and variations and ensure they are properly documented and commercially controlled. Maintain clear communication between the client, contractor and internal SMCC teams. Quality Assurance Inspect completed and ongoing works against the agreed specification. Ensure installations meet the required quality standards and manufacturer requirements. Identify defects or incomplete works and ensure corrective actions are completed. Maintain appropriate photographic and project records. Ensure projects are delivered safely, correctly and to the required specification. Health & Safety Take ownership of appropriate Health & Safety controls throughout project delivery. Ensure contractors provide suitable RAMS and required competency information. Monitor site activities and challenge unsafe practices. Ensure appropriate permits, isolations and site-specific controls are implemented. Report and manage incidents, near misses and safety observations in accordance with SMCC processes. Commissioning & Performance Coordinate commissioning of installed equipment and systems. Confirm installations are operating correctly before handover. Where appropriate, compare post-installation performance against the original design intent and water-saving calculations. Ensure meters, controls and monitoring equipment are correctly configured where included within the project. Project Handover Manage the project through to formal completion and client acceptance. Compile and review the project handover pack, including: Commissioning information Product information Warranties O&M documentation As-built information Photographic records Completed quality documentation Client acceptance/sign-off Ensure all defects and outstanding actions are closed before final project completion. Ongoing Maintenance & Recurring Revenue Identify opportunities for ongoing water monitoring, maintenance and optimisation. Support the transition of completed projects into appropriate maintenance or service programmes. Use project and performance information to identify further water-efficiency opportunities across the client’s estate. Skills & Experience The ideal candidate would have: A strong practical background in plumbing, mechanical services, water systems or water-efficiency technologies. Experience undertaking site surveys and assessing existing water installations. The ability to understand water pressures, flow rates, pipework arrangements and plumbing systems. Experience specifying plumbing products or water-saving technologies. Ability to produce scopes of work, specifications and Bills of Quantities. Good understanding of construction and installation activities. Experience supervising contractors, engineers or site works. Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make practical technical decisions. Good commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs and variations. Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients, contractors and suppliers. Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within construction and engineering environments. Background This role does not necessarily require a traditional engineering degree. It could be particularly suitable for an experienced plumber, plumbing supervisor, mechanical engineer, water-efficiency specialist or contracts engineer who has developed strong technical knowledge and is ready to take greater ownership of both design and project delivery. Practical experience and the ability to understand how something will actually be installed and work on site are particularly important. Role in the Project Lifecycle Opportunity Identification → Site Survey → Technical Design → Specification & BoQ → Commercial Development → Client Acceptance → Mobilisation → Delivery → Commissioning → Handover → Ongoing Maintenance The TDM – Water Efficiency provides technical ownership throughout this entire process, creating continuity between what is surveyed, what is designed, what is sold and what is ultimately installed for the client. Overall Objective To ensure SaveMoneyCutCarbon water-efficiency projects are technically sound, commercially deliverable, safely installed and completed to the agreed specification, while providing clients with a consistent technical point of ownership from initial survey through to successful handover.