Senior Design Manager (Building Design Engineering)

Black & White Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Mentoring and career growth pathways

International project exposure

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

A multi-award-winning engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Design Manager for Building Design Engineering. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects across the UK and Europe, with a strong focus on MEP and Civil Engineering. You'll drive innovative design solutions while ensuring compliance and quality throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and project management skills, as well as a commitment to professional development and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Strong understanding of MEP and building services.
• Proven track record in project lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire design teams across international projects.
• Manage the full design process and deliver solutions.
• Ensure compliance with local mandates and permitting.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

MEP Knowledge

Communication

Risk Management

Job description

Senior Design Manager (Building Design Engineering)

Join to apply for the Senior Design Manager (Building Design Engineering) role at Black & White Engineering.

The team in Manchester is growing and requires the support of an experienced Design / Project Manager to support the growing portfolio of data centre projects across the UK and Europe. You will be able to utilise your detailed knowledge of MEP and/or Civil and Structural engineering for complex building construction projects.

What’s In It for You?

• Impactful Work: Lead mission‑critical projects for the UK and European region with global clients.
• Career Growth: Clear progression pathways, mentoring opportunities, and exposure to international projects.
• Global Collaboration: Work with diverse, expert teams across UK, Europe, Middle East, and APAC.
• Professional Development: Support for chartership, training programs, and access to cutting‑edge tools and methodologies.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and travel opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace built on accountability, integrity, simplicity, and support—where your ideas matter.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and inspire multi‑disciplinary MEP / Civil & Structures design teams across international projects.
• Manage the full design process, from capturing briefs to delivering exceptional solutions.
• Collaborate with expert clients in a highly interactive design environment.
• Advise and guide the project on matters like permitting and other local compliance mandates.
• Oversee project P&L, financial performance, and risk management.
• Drive business growth initiatives.

Design Managers from other building sectors are welcome to apply but you must be able to demonstrate good knowledge of MEP / Building Services, RIBA stages, best practice project / programme management and good levels of communication.

In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. You can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi‑award‑winning engineering consultancy, with over 1000 employees in teams based in our UK, European, Middle East and Asia Pacific offices.

We have been providing a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) engineering consultancy services since 2007 and are now continuing to expand our Civil and Structural Engineering division.

Our engineering expertise reaches across all sectors of the construction industry, providing pragmatic and practical design solutions to ensure our projects are spatially and operationally efficient. Our design process fully considers the installation and maintenance practicalities on site.

With Black & White's exponential growth over the last few years, numerous colleagues have progressed from engineering and design roles into leadership positions. You will be able to make an impact both internally and with clients and receive suitable recognition.

Ready to take the lead? Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.