via Reed · 21 September 2026 ·5 days ago

MEP Design Manager

12 Recruitment Ltd
Islington Full-time GBP 80,000 – 80,000
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MEP Design Manager – MEP Contractor – £80,000

A leading MEP contractor is looking for an experienced MEP Design Manager to take ownership of design delivery across major building-services projects, working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams.

The Role • Lead MEP design delivery from pre-construction through to completion.

  • Manage the design process across mechanical, electrical and public health services.

  • Review consultant designs for coordination, buildability and compliance.

  • Lead design reviews and technical coordination meetings.

  • Manage design programmes, deliverables and key design milestones.

  • Coordinate consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.

  • Review technical submissions, drawings, specifications and calculations.

  • Identify design risks and develop practical solutions.

  • Manage RFIs, technical queries and design changes.

  • Support procurement and subcontractor engagement.

  • Provide technical input into tenders and pre-construction activities.

  • Work closely with commercial and project management teams.

  • Ensure design information is suitable for construction.

  • Monitor design quality and compliance with project requirements.

  • Support value engineering and design optimisation.

  • Manage the production and review of coordinated MEP information.

  • Liaise with clients, architects, structural engineers and specialist consultants.

  • Assist with programme planning and design resource requirements.

  • Maintain accurate design records and documentation.

  • Support commissioning, handover and close-out activities.

Requirements • Strong MEP design background within a contractor or specialist MEP environment.
  • Previous Design Manager / Senior Design Manager experience.

  • Good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.

  • Strong technical coordination and communication skills.

  • Experience managing consultants and subcontractors.

  • Ability to work across multiple project stages.

  • Relevant engineering or construction qualification preferred.

Salary: £80,000 per annum

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