Senior MEP Design Manager

Build Recruitment; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction contractor is seeking a Senior MEP Design Manager to oversee MEP design for office-to-hotel conversions. You will lead projects ensuring compliance with safety regulations, manage budgets, and maintain high-quality standards. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in MEP consultancy and a bachelor's degree in engineering. This role offers a salary of £80,000 to £95,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in MEP consultancy or design management.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full MEP design process for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure integrated designs.
• Manage external MEP consultants and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Energy efficiency

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Senior MEP Design Manager
Salary: £80,000 - £95,000
Location: London / UK-based projects

A leading UK construction and development contractor is seeking a Senior MEP Design Manager to oversee the MEP design for multiple office-to-hotel conversion projects. This is a hands-on, senior role for an experienced building services professional with strong leadership skills, capable of delivering fully integrated, cost-effective, and energy-efficient MEP solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full MEP design process across multiple projects (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems)
• Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, and other design professionals to ensure designs are fully integrated and support operational requirements
• Manage external MEP consultants and contractors, ensuring alignment with project goals
• Act as the primary point of contact for all MEP matters, providing regular updates to project managers, clients, and construction teams
• Review and approve detailed design documents, including drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Oversee MEP-related RFIs, technical submissions, and documentation workflows
• Ensure all designs comply with building codes, health and safety regulations, and hospitality-specific requirements
• Manage MEP budgets, identify opportunities for value engineering, and maintain cost control
• Review MEP services tenders and input into contractor and consultant selection
• Maintain accurate, organised, and up-to-date design documentation and as-built records
• Continuously improve departmental processes and ensure the Head of MEP is briefed on queries and issues

About You:

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in MEP consultancy or design management within main contractor or developer environments
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering or related field
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale, complex projects, ideally in hospitality or commercial-to-residential conversions
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality, cost-effective designs
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Strong ethical conduct, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality delivery