I am currently recruiting a MEP Design Manager for a tier one General Contractor to be based on a new large scale data centre project in the Oxfordshire area. It is a great time to join the business as they are going through a very healthy growth phase, with a busy pipeline already in place for their data centre division and renowned for their career progression opportunities.

In terms of experience, someone coming from a data centre background is advantageous however not a necessity. Project delivery ability, proven track record and background in M&E is essential. You will be working for a market leading contractor that operates a diverse business model and demands modern health and safety and employee engagement practises.

Salary is very much dependant on experience, but there is flexibility for high performers who have successfully delivered large mission critical projects in the past.

Design Manager Responsibilities:

• Regular meetings with the production team and ensuring all technical issues are addressed immediately
• Manage and coordinate external consultants
• Prepare technical specifications
• Liaise with key personnel within the project team in preparation of project costing and design works
• Control the design process, from planning application through to project completion
• Ensure consultants prepare the detailed design by Employers Requirement and Contractors Proposals
• Manage and review the design development process ensuring value engineering and buildability are considered
• Set up information registers and ensure information control is following all relevant procedures
• Review design development to allow construction of works to follow safe working practices

Design Manager Background:

• Over five years’ experience as a design/technical manager with a main contractor or large M&E contractor/consultancy
• Previous M&E experience is essential
• History of completing projects on time and budget
• A degree in Architecture or Engineering
• Career minded

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and driven Design Manager to work with a leading and reputable main contractor in their field. Please forward your CV to the link provided or call Niall on (phone number removed).