Design Manager

Design Manager (MEP) Location: Kent (Dartford area) Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits About the Company A well-established design & build contractor specialising in mechanical and electrical building services, delivering projects across commercial, industrial, and public sector sectors. The business provides a fully integrated service from concept through to installation and commissioning, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainable design. Role Overview An experienced MEP Design Manager is required to lead and manage the design function across multiple projects. The role involves overseeing the full design lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence, programme alignment, and strong coordination between internal teams, clients, and external consultants. This is a key leadership position working closely with project, commercial, and senior management teams. Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Leadership Manage MEP design delivery from concept to construction Review drawings, calculations, and specifications Ensure compliance with CIBSE, British Standards, and Building Regulations Drive value engineering and efficient design solutions Team Leadership Lead and mentor Design Engineers and CAD/Revit Technicians Coordinate external consultants Allocate resources across multiple projects Project Coordination Work closely with project and site teams Attend design meetings and site visits Ensure timely issue of design information Pre-Construction Support Support tenders and design strategies Assist with planning and risk reviews Compliance & Delivery Ensure designs meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets Manage design changes and technical challenges Requirements Essential Experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Engineer (MEP) Strong mechanical and electrical building services knowledge Experience managing multiple projects Leadership and stakeholder management skills Desirable Building Services Engineering degree CIBSE membership Design & build contractor experience BIM/Revit knowledge Package £80,000 – £100,000 salary Car allowance Pension and bonus Strong career progression opportunities