Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd
MEP Design Manager
Building Services | Major Industrial Project | Somerset
Permanent | Full Time
Salary: £70,000 – £100,000 + Excellent Benefits
Why Join?
- Be part of a flagship industrial development with a long-term pipeline of work.
- Join a business that genuinely invests in its people and promotes from within.
- Work alongside senior leadership where your ideas and contributions are recognised.
- Collaborative culture focused on delivering the right outcome for clients rather than unnecessary conflict.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced MEP Design Manager to lead the design and coordination of mechanical, electrical and public health systems on a major industrial construction project in Somerset.
You will work closely with project teams, consultants, subcontractors and specialist suppliers to ensure all MEP design packages are fully coordinated, technically compliant and delivered to programme.
The Role
- Lead the delivery and coordination of all MEP design activities from pre-construction through to installation.
- Manage the design development of electrical, mechanical and public health systems.
- Coordinate interfaces between MEP, architectural, structural and civil disciplines.
- Review drawings, technical specifications and consultant deliverables.
- Drive BIM coordination and clash detection to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Work closely with specialist manufacturers including UPS, generators, cooling equipment and control systems.
- Support procurement by reviewing technical submissions and subcontractor proposals.
- Provide technical guidance throughout installation and commissioning.
- Assist in developing commissioning strategies and successful project handover.
- Ensure all designs comply with current UK regulations, BS/EN standards, CIBSE guidance and relevant industry best practice.
Typical Systems
- LV & MV power distribution
- UPS and standby power systems
- Chilled water, CRAC/CRAH and cooling infrastructure
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Fire detection and fire suppression
- Mission-critical MEP infrastructure
About You
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Previous experience working for a main contractor or MEP contractor within a design & build environment.
- Strong understanding of complex building services design and coordination.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams on large construction projects.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A stable career history demonstrating progression, commitment and technical expertise.
Software Experience
- Revit
- Navisworks
- BIM Coordination Platforms
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Design calculation and modelling software
Package
- £70,000 – £100,000 basic salary
- Around 10% car allowance
- Annual bonus scheme
- Competitive pension
- Accommodation provided where required
- Business travel expenses covered
- Ongoing professional development
- Clear progression into senior leadership opportunities
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