Senior MEP Design Manager

Senior MEP Design Manager – Competitive Salary – Birmingham Are you tired of inheriting design problems that should have been resolved before a project reached site? Do you enjoy challenging technical decisions, bringing teams together and turning complex MEP designs into practical, buildable solutions? The role Dalkia UK is looking for a Senior MEP Design Manager / Senior Technical Manager to take a leading role across major construction projects. Based on site in Birmingham, you will have the opportunity to influence projects at the stage where your experience matters most. Rather than simply managing drawings, you will shape technical strategy, question assumptions and remove risks before they become expensive site issues. You will work across the full project lifecycle, with a particular focus on pre-construction and design delivery. Key Responsibilities * Lead the MEP design process from pre-construction through to delivery * Review and challenge designs to ensure they are practical, coordinated and compliant * Identify technical risks early and develop clear solutions * Create technical strategies and project deliverables plans * Coordinate consultants, designers, specialists and supply chain partners * Lead design reviews and ensure actions are followed through * Drive value engineering without compromising quality * Manage consultant scopes, fees and performance * Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations and industry standards * Build trusted relationships with clients and project stakeholders About our company Dalkia UK is backed by EDF, Britain’s largest generator of low-carbon electricity. With more than 5,000 employees and turnover exceeding £600 million, we offer the stability and resources of a major organisation while maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture. Our people are trusted to make decisions, share ideas and take ownership of their work. The Benefits * A senior role with genuine influence over project outcomes * Complex projects valued between £5 million and £50 million * Exposure to healthcare, commercial, leisure, MOD and MOJ environments * Career development within a large technical organisation * A people-first and inclusive working culture * The backing and stability of the EDF group The person You will need proven experience leading MEP design on complex construction projects. You should also have: * Strong pre-construction and technical risk experience * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Commercial awareness, including consultant fee management * A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services * Chartered or Incorporated status, or be working towards it, with CIBSE, IET or IMechE What’s next Apply today and use your technical experience to shape better projects before the problems ever reach site