MEP Design Manager in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP)

Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Job Type: Permanent / Full-time

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, an established and reputable company within the construction and building services sector, who are looking to appoint an experienced MEP Design Manager to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Design professional to join a forward-thinking organisation with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction and engineering projects.

As MEP Design Manager, you will take responsibility for leading and managing the mechanical, electrical and plumbing design process across multiple projects, including large and complex schemes. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring design solutions are technically compliant, commercially viable and delivered in line with agreed budgets, specifications and programmes.

Offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to join a progressive and well-established business, this is an exciting career opportunity for an ambitious MEP Design Manager looking for their next challenge.

As MEP Design Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing all mechanical, electrical and plumbing design and working drawing activities in line with agreed budgets, scope and programme, ensuring alignment with key project milestones.
• Leading design safety reviews and ensuring CDM requirements are fully incorporated into the design process and deliverables.
• Managing external MEP design consultants, design teams and BIM resources, ensuring collaborative working, clearly defined scopes and contractual alignment.
• Implementing robust quality assurance processes and ensuring technical compliance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing design solutions.
• Working closely with Design Engineers and Consultants to ensure effective MEP coordination and resolution of technical challenges.
• Building and maintaining effective client relationships, providing accurate design progress reports and managing expectations throughout project delivery.

To be considered for this MEP Design Manager opportunity, you will ideally have:

• Significant experience working as an MEP Design Manager for a Main Contractor or Tier 1 MEP Contractor.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering multiple medium-sized schemes or large, complex construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) building services and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Demonstrable experience managing and leading design teams to achieve multiple objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• A valid CSCS card.
• A good understanding of key forms of contract, including JCT and NEC.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Opportunity to join an established and reputable construction and engineering company.
• A forward-thinking organisation with a strong focus on quality, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Involvement in multiple projects, including large and complex schemes.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.