M&E Design Manager

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced M&E Design Manager to join a dynamic construction firm in the UK. This pivotal role requires managing all mechanical and electrical design aspects, ensuring compliance and integration from concept to delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and exceptional leadership skills, with a clear pathway to a Director-level position.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company car or car allowance

Clear career progression to Director level

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as an M&E Design Manager or equivalent.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC and Electrical systems.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the M&E design process for all projects.
• Chair design meetings and resolve technical issues.
• Conduct regular site visits and provide engineering support.

Skills

Technical Expertise in Mechanical or Electrical building services

Exceptional communication skills

Leadership and problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

Company Overview

Our client is a forward-thinking and dynamic force in the construction and building services industry, renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative projects. We are seeking an experienced and ambitious M&E Design Manager on their behalf to join their senior team. This is a pivotal role with a clear and defined pathway to a Director-level position for the right candidate.

Job Summary

The M&E Design Manager will be the crucial link between the office-based design teams and on-site project delivery operations. You will take ultimate responsibility for the management and coordination of all mechanical and electrical design aspects, ensuring designs are fully coordinated, buildable, compliant, and delivered on schedule and within budget. Your role will be instrumental in driving technical excellence and seamless integration from concept through to commissioning and handover.

Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Leadership: Lead and manage the M&E design process for all projects from the pre-construction phase to final completion.
• Thoroughly review and critique consultant and subcontractor designs for compliance, buildability, and value engineering opportunities.
• Chair and lead design team meetings, workshops, and coordination sessions to resolve technical issues.
• Act as the primary technical advisor for all M&E matters within the business.
• Site & Office Integration: Serve as the main point of contact for site teams, effectively translating design information and resolving on-site technical queries (RFIs) promptly.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor installation progress against design intent, ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained.
• Provide technical support during the commissioning and handover phases, ensuring a smooth transition to the client and end-user.
• Project & Commercial Management: Collaborate closely with Project Managers and the commercial team to develop and manage M&E design programmes.
• Identify and mitigate potential design-related risks to project timelines and budgets.
• Assist in the procurement of M&E packages, including the technical review of subcontractor tenders and proposals.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure all M&E designs comply with current regulations, legislation, and industry best practices (e.g., Building Regulations, CIBSE, BSRIA, HTMs/HBNs).
• Oversee the management of all M&E design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and technical submittals.
• Team & Strategy: Mentor and support junior engineering and design staff.
• Drive innovation by championing new technologies, sustainable practices, and modern methods of construction.
• Contribute to the company's strategic growth and help to shape the future of the design function.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Demonstrable experience as an M&E Design Manager, Senior M&E Coordinator, or Senior M&E Project Engineer within a contractor or consultancy environment.
• Technical Expertise: A strong technical background in either Mechanical (HVAC, Public Health) or Electrical (LV Distribution, Lighting, Fire & Security) building services, with a comprehensive understanding of both disciplines.
• Qualifications: A degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Building Services Engineering.
• Software Proficiency: Competent in the use of relevant software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels; Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities; Excellent commercial awareness and contractual understanding; Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Licence: A full UK driving licence is essential.

Desirable Attributes

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with a relevant institution (e.g., CIBSE, IET).
• Experience across a diverse range of sectors (e.g., commercial, industrial, healthcare, residential).
• In-depth knowledge of BIM processes and standards.

What's On Offer

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Company car or generous car allowance.
• A genuine and clear career progression path to a Director-level position.
• The opportunity to lead the design function in a growing and respected company.
• A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking work environment where your contribution is valued