Assistant Design Manager

Romford / Essex
50, + Package We’re recruiting an Assistant Design Manager for a growing M&E contractor, with a clear progression route into a full Design Manager position.

The role will support the design and delivery of mechanical and electrical building services projects from concept through to construction, working closely with Design Managers, Project Managers, QSs, site teams and external consultants.

The Role Support the development of coordinated M&E designs

Produce and amend mechanical and electrical drawings using CAD/BIMAssist with HVAC, ventilation, heating, plumbing, drainage, lighting, power and containment layouts

Support design calculations, equipment selections and technical schedules

Review drawings for clashes, discrepancies and design issues

Attend design and coordination meetings

Liaise with Project Managers, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers

Support RFIs and technical queries

Assist with site surveys and construction-stage design issues

Maintain drawing standards, revisions and document control

Ensure designs comply with project specifications, Building Regulations and relevant standards

The Candidate Experience or qualification in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or MEPGood understanding of M&E building services

Able to read and understand technical drawings CAD/BIM experience

Strong attention to detail

Good communication and organisation

Keen to develop into a Design Manager Comfortable working across both mechanical and electrical disciplines Package
50, basic

Pension

Company benefits

Ongoing technical training

Exposure to live M&E projects

Clear progression into Design Management The Opportunity This role is specifically suited to someone ready to move beyond a pure Design Assistant / Design Engineer position and start taking more responsibility for design coordination, meetings, project delivery and stakeholder management.

The long-term route is clear:

Assistant Design Manager Design Manager Senior Design Manager It’s an excellent opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Design Manager while gradually taking ownership of your own projects.

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