MEP Design Manager

Kenton Black; Maynooth; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black is seeking an experienced MEP Design Manager to own the design process on large-scale construction projects in Ireland and Europe. The role focuses on coordinating MEP design activities, leading reviews with consultants and teams, and ensuring compliance with programme and client requirements.

The ideal candidate has a strong MEP systems background, BIM proficiency, and excellent stakeholder management skills to drive value engineering and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or related field is required.
• Proven experience as an MEP Design Manager on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, design coordination and BIM.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MEP design activities across projects.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate consultants, subcontractors and project teams.
• Ensure designs meet programme, quality, compliance and client requirements.
• Drive value engineering, design optimisation and risk mitigation.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Design coordination

MEP systems knowledge

BIM / digital construction

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

REVIT

Job description

Our client, a leading construction contractor delivering complex projects across Ireland and Europe, is seeking an experienced MEP Design Manager to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a building services professional to take ownership of the MEP design process on large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate MEP design activities across projects.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Ensure designs meet programme, quality, compliance, and client requirements.
• Drive value engineering, design optimisation, and risk mitigation.

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in an MEP Design Manager.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems and design coordination.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Data Centre, Mission Critical, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, or Industrial project experience.
• Knowledge of BIM and digital construction processes.

A highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities are on offer.