M&E Design Manager

MK Search are working with a well respected medium sized M&E contractor with a turnover of 50m with a strong presence across the commercial, healthcare and education projects who are looking for a design manager to work from their head office in South East London.

As M&E design manager you will oversee design delivery across multiple live and pre-construction projects, ensuring technical compliance, innovation, coordination and consistency from early concept through to project completion. This will involve management of an in-house design team as well coordinating external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the in-house M&E design team across all project stages

• Develop design strategies in line with project requirements, client needs and sustainability targets

• Undertake technical reviews to ensure accuracy, compliance and best practice

• Work closely with project managers, architects, consultants and clients to provide coordinated design solutions

• Support professional development and performance management of design team members

• Manage design timelines, budgets, workloads and resources

• Stay informed of new technologies, regulations and industry advancements

• Prepare and present design proposals, reports and project updates to internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering or similar

• Proven experience in a design management or senior engineering role within the M&E sector

• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems

• Confident leading multidisciplinary design teams on live projects

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills

• Proficient with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and calculation tools

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of relevant UK building regulations and industry standards

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Sign off to pay an attractive salary with a chance to join a busy contractor with further exciting growth plans over the coming years.