Job Description
Your new company, a National Mechanical and Electrical Contractor based in Northern Ireland, is currently seeking Mechanical & Electrical Design Managers to oversee prestigious projects throughout the UK.
About Us
With over 50 years of experience, they are renowned for delivering quality projects to a diverse client base locally and across the UK.
Your New Role
As a Design Manager, you will play a critical role within this multi-disciplinary and versatile team ensuring that MEP systems are designed, installed and maintained whilst supporting the overall success of construction projects from tender to handover.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the design of MEP systems, including HVAC, Public Health, fire protection, electrical systems, Fire Alarm & Security Systems, and controls, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
* Manage the MEP design team, including assigning tasks (BSRIA BG6), agreeing program/deliverables, setting deadlines, monitoring progress by the entire design team and providing guidance and mentorship across the departments.
* Collaborate with other consultants/designers such as architects, structural engineers and project management to align MEP design with project goals and schedules.
* Manage the work of external consultants and specialist contractors (CDP) in the MEP design process.
Additional Responsibilities
* Issue EWNs and/or NCNs early to mitigate risks and ensure project success from the outset.
* Evaluate the quality, progress, and direction of design-influencing decisions, and maintain records (BG2, 3 & 4) for future reference and handover to the delivery team.
* Perform site visits to evaluate existing MEP systems and identify any potential design challenges as needed.
* Lead technical workshops or request others to arrange with other designers and third-party stakeholders to ensure design progress is not hindered.
* Oversee the MEP design budget, negotiate contracts with external design agencies and suppliers.
* Ensure timely technical submittals and proposals.
* Ensure drawings, BWIC, submittals, specifications, and change orders/PMIs comply with ERS, design intent, and exemplar specifications.
* Review Revit (Acad) and Navisworks (3D models) for coordination and buildability.
* Ensure BIM models align with BEP, and involve a BIM team to assist and review.
* Assist Cost Plans: Work with Bid Managers to produce engineering calculations and strategies.
* Identify Risks: Implement Value Engineering while maintaining compliance.
* Monitor RFIs: Develop and monitor RFIs, ensuring smooth handover to delivery team.
* Review Reports: Help develop cost plans, budgets, and quotes.
* Issue Notifications: Provide technical info for EWNs, CEs, Variations.
* Support Projects: Offer technical and engineering support throughout project life.
* Review Claims: Assess claims for additional fees or resources.
* Assist Departments: Provide minor technical assistance on traditional and FM projects.
* Review Quotes: Assess supplier quotes for compliance and completeness.
Requirements
* Education: Minimum 3rd Level Education.
* Electrical Engineering HNC/HND or NVQ4 Electrical Installation/Technician.
* Mechanical Engineering HNC/HND or NVQ4 Mechanical Technical Trade.
* Experience: Consideration for Contracts Manager with strong technical knowledge.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
* Experience of overseeing and/or project managing a team.
* Understanding of Mechanical and/or Electrical Design development, coordination, and planning.
* Knowledge of Compliance, Codes, and Regulations requirements.
* Familiarity with 3D Modelling and BIM requirements (preferred but not essential).
* Understanding commercial aspects of engineering solutions and budget management.
* Professional Membership: Membership of IET / IHEEM / CIBSE (or similar) preferred but not essential.
What You'll Get in Return
This is a permanent role with an industry-leading M&E Construction Specialist who has steadily built an unrivalled reputation for quality.
This company makes a commitment to invest in their staff and build careers, this is displayed by their impressive staff retention levels.
A competitive salary will be offered based on experience along with company benefits:
* Private Medical Health Cash Plan
* Family-friendly policies - i.e. enhanced maternity / paternity packages
* 30 day annual leave minimum
* Car Allowance
* Travel Reimbursed (where required)
* Private Pension Scheme