MEP Design Manager in Essex

MEP Design Manager in Essex

Essex Full-Time 85000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Vincent Gurney Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team of Design Engineers on exciting residential and mixed-use projects.
  • Company: Established MEP Design & Build contractor with a strong project pipeline.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, travel allowance, and clear career progression.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company and advance to Head of Design.
  • Qualifications: Experience in MEP design management and leading teams is essential.

The predicted salary is between 85000 - 90000 £ per year.

Job Title

MEP Design Manager

Location

London & Essex (Hybrid working)

Salary

The Role

  • Lead and manage an in-house team of approximately 10 Design Engineers
  • Oversee the design delivery of high-value residential and mixed-use developments across London
  • Manage and coordinate MEP design through RIBA Stages 1–5
  • Coordinate Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health design across multiple live projects
  • Review and coordinate consultant and subcontractor design information
  • Ensure designs are coordinated, compliant and buildable
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial and Delivery teams
  • Attend client, consultant and design coordination meetings
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to the design team

The Company

  • Established MEP Design & Build contractor
  • Successfully operating since 2016
  • Employs between 40 - 50 people
  • Design department has doubled in size over the past 12 months
  • Strong pipeline of secured projects across the residential, student accommodation and mixed-use sectors
  • Delivering multiple London projects ranging from £7.5m to £25m MEP value
  • Hybrid working environment with 2–3 days per week in the office, on site or attending meetings
  • Genuine opportunity to progress into the Head of Design position

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive package
  • Vehicle / travel allowance
  • Company pension
  • Hybrid working
  • Clear progression into the Head of Design role
  • Opportunity to join a growing contractor with an excellent secured workload

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience as an MEP Design Manager, Design Lead or Senior MEP Design Engineer
  • Strong MEP experience
  • Previous experience leading and mentoring design teams
  • Design & Build contractor background
  • Experience delivering residential, student accommodation or mixed-use developments
  • Strong understanding of RIBA Stages 1–5
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Process

  • Apply for the job
  • We will call you to discuss the role
  • If suitable, we will submit you for the position
  • Interview arranged with the client
  • Offer made if successful

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to .

MEP Design Manager in Essex employer: Vincent Gurney Ltd

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Vincent Gurney Ltd

Contact Details:

Vincent Gurney Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace MEP Design Manager in Essex

Leadership Skills
Team Management
MEP Design Expertise
RIBA Stages 1–5 Knowledge
Design Coordination
Stakeholder Management
Technical Leadership