MEP Design Manager - Fire, Lifts, EMC & T&C
Contract | 6 months | Inside IR35 | Day rate: £500‑£650 per day
Location: North Acton (easily accessible by public transport)
We are representing a major infrastructure joint venture seeking a MEP Design Manager with strong M&E systems experience to join their site‑based team on a high‑profile London project.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage supply chain design deliverables for Stage 5 (Design for Construction & Manufacturing).
- Act as the principal interface between design suppliers and internal teams.
- Oversee design assurance, CDM compliance, and ensure safety, maintainability, and operational requirements are embedded.
- Support commercial teams with cost reconciliation and subcontract management.
- Report progress, risks, and issues, driving collaborative resolution.
Skills & Experience Required
- Strong track record in design management of MEP systems.
- Direct experience in fire protection (active/passive), lifts, EMC, and T&C processes.
- Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations in design.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Relevant CSCS card and competency in design software (AutoCAD, Navisworks, ProjectWise, etc.).
- Degree or professional qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering desirable.
Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven MEP Design Manager to step into a high‑value infrastructure environment on a contract basis. The rate on offer is between £500 and £650 per day and the role will be inside IR35.