M&E Design Manager

Overview

Lead M&E design for low‑energy building projects, managing teams and delivering services

Key Responsibilities

• mechanical design
• electrical design
• system development
• low energy design
• calculations review
• project leadership

Tasks

-Providing subject matter expert knowledge on Mechanical & Electrical Design -Acting as a mentor for junior Mechanical & Electrical Engineers -Developing and improving technical systems in the business -Supporting Low Energy Building Design (RIBA 1-4) and technical teams -Produce, review, and approve calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and technical reports. -Supporting the Building Services Design process (RIBA 1-4) and services team -Leading their Mechanical & Electrical Department -Developing and maintaining business relationships with clients, suppliers and experts -Supporting the construction process (RIBA 5-6) and project management / contracting teams -Leading Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Design projects through all stages 1 to 6 -Providing Mechanical and Electrical Services Design to Low Energy Buildings (Domestic, Commercial and Public Building Sectors)

Requirements

• energy consulting
• building sector
• 5 years
• technical teams
• team management
• 3 years

What You Bring

-Minimum 5 years’ experience in energy consulting in the building sector -Minimum 3 years’ experience managing technical teams

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Benefits

This role offers flexible hybrid working options - 3 days in the office, 2 days wfh The salary on offer for this role is £60k-£65k + generous benefits package

About Premises Recruitment Ltd

-Founded in 2001 by industry insiders, Premises Recruitment Ltd emerged to bridge the gap between construction firms and specialist talent. -Privately owned and independent, the firm has built trusted relationships with Tier 1 contractors, developers and niche consultants. -Their divisions span prime residential, main contracting, interiors, facades, affordable housing and M&E/FM—mirroring the full diversity of modern construction. -They cover roles from site managers and engineers to commercial managers, BIM specialists and MEP consultants, handling both permanent and temporary hires. -Known for rapid delivery, their team averages a 3-day turnaround from vacancy to candidate shortlist. -Despite modest financials—just over £100k in current assets as of May 2024—they’ve retained strong profitability and balance sheet stability. -Their consultants boast over a decade’s average tenure, fueling deep sector knowledge and continuity in client service. -Standout facts include preferred-supplier status with major UK contractors and a reputation for highly confidential and repeat business partnerships.

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