At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design teams on exciting energy and infrastructure projects from concept to completion.
- Company: Growing engineering and energy solutions business with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, flexible working, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with exposure to major projects and technical challenges.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative projects that contribute to decarbonisation and sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in M&E design and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a growing engineering and energy solutions business delivering complex infrastructure and decarbonisation projects across the UK. This role offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary design teams on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from feasibility studies through to major energy and infrastructure schemes valued up to £30m.
The Role:
- Lead and manage the design process across multiple projects from development through to delivery.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.
- Provide technical support to project teams throughout construction and commissioning.
- Manage multidisciplinary design teams and external design consultants.
- Coordinate design programmes, surveys, and technical deliverables.
- Ensure designs are practical, buildable, compliant, and commercially viable.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review and coordinate consultant and subcontractor design submissions.
- Ensure technical packages are fully coordinated prior to procurement and construction.
- Support the development of new project opportunities and technical proposals.
- Monitor project budgets and ensure design solutions align with commercial objectives.
- Provide construction-stage support to resolve technical issues and manage design changes.
About You:
- Demonstrable experience in M&E design within a project delivery environment.
- Previous experience leading or managing technical and design teams.
- Strong technical knowledge of large-scale heating and energy systems, including technologies such as heat pumps, boilers, CHP, chillers, heat exchangers, and air handling units.
- Experience delivering engineering projects from concept through to completion.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements associated with infrastructure and industrial projects.
- Knowledge of energy efficiency and decarbonisation solutions, including renewable technologies and building performance improvements.
- Strong project management, planning, and organisational skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable engineering projects.
- Exposure to major infrastructure, energy, and decarbonisation schemes.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to apply, please submit your CV today. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Design Manager in Leeds employer: TWG Consulting Services
Join a forward-thinking engineering and energy solutions company in Leeds, where you will lead multidisciplinary design teams on impactful infrastructure and decarbonisation projects. With a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a commitment to employee growth, this organisation fosters a collaborative culture that values innovation and sustainability, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful work in a supportive environment.
