MEP Design Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MEP Design Manager for a contract role in London. This position involves managing complex design activities for high-profile pharmaceutical projects, ensuring compliance with stringent standards. You will coordinate with international teams, lead design reviews, and support project management efforts. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy and contribute to innovative life sciences facilities. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in MEP Design Management.
• Proven background in laboratory and GMP environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage MEP design activities across global lab/pharma projects.
• Collaborate with design consultants to ensure compliance.

Skills

MEP Design Management

Laboratory Design

Pharmaceutical Standards

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

MEP Design Manager – Contract | London | Up to £35ph LTD

We are working in partnership with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy to appoint an MEP Design Manager on a long-term contract basis, supporting a high-profile global account delivering complex life sciences, pharmaceutical, and GMP facilities.

Joining an established Project and Design Management team, you’ll play a key role in the coordination and delivery of technically demanding, fast-paced design projects. The position is based in London and will involve working closely with stakeholders across international design teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate MEP design activities across multiple global lab/pharma projects
• Collaborate with internal and external design consultants to ensure compliance with GMP and client standards
• Lead MEP design reviews, manage timelines, and track progress across disciplines
• Support the PM/DM team in ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an MEP Design Management role
• Proven background working on laboratory, pharmaceutical, or GMP environments
• Ability to lead coordination efforts and manage multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Details:

• Location: London (hybrid flexibility may be available)
• Rate: Up to £35 per hour (Outside IR35, LTD company)
• Contract: Initial 6-month contract with extension likely
• Start: ASAP

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy on a specialist global account. If you have a background in technically complex building projects and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out to our team for a confidential discussion.