The company:

Our client is an independently owned subcontractor that is well-renowned in the industry with an excellent reputation for delivering design and build projects and contracts. They have been trading for over 25 years and specialise across rail/infrastructure, energy and aviation. They have worked on major projects including London Underground schemes and several stations for Crossrail, turning over £40-50m annually. Due to several project wins and recently securing a place on a major M&E framework, they are looking for a Design Engineering Manager to join their London office.

The responsibilities of your role will be:

• You will lead, in collaboration with project teams, the MEP design and engineering process from award to project close - including HVAC, electrical, communications, plumbing, and fire protection systems, ensuring designs comply with project requirements and industry standards.
• You will conduct design reviews and oversee quality control processes to ensure designs comply with codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Provide technical support to design teams in projects in conjunction with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• You will work with the pre-construction team as required to develop the baseline team and deliverables, and support the management of resources, project planning (design) and progress reporting including earned value analysis.
• It will be key to utilise the pre-construction Technical Risk Review as a basis for management of risks during design and engineering delivery. You will need to proactively develop solutions to mitigate risks, and escalate significant risks to the Technical Director.
• You will help meet the company’s Sustainability Action Plans, specifically for design.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years in Design and Engineering Management.
• Degree qualification in Engineering (building services, mechanical or electrical).
• Experience managing Design teams from stage 4 onwards.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, communications, and fire safety design.
• Familiarity with CAD software, BIM, and relevant design tools.
• Deep understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards, including LEED, BREEAM, or other sustainability standards.
• Strong and effective communication and problem-solving skills.

In return they offer:

• A competitive basic salary and bonus scheme.
• The opportunity to manage a range of projects across different stages of the project lifecycle.
• A dedicated workforce and strong culture, proven by excellent staff retention rates.
• A generous benefits package including car allowance, healthcare and pension.