Design Manager - #2195463

Design Manager – Mechanical & Building Services

We are working with an established engineering and building services business that is looking to recruit an experienced Design Manager to take ownership of the design process across a range of projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Mechanical Engineer or Building Services professional who is looking to step into a position with greater responsibility, combining engineering knowledge, commercial awareness and project coordination.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring designs are technically sound, commercially viable and delivered effectively, working closely with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal project teams.

The Role

As Design Manager, you will oversee the design process from initial concept and specification through to installation and project handover. You will ensure that mechanical and building services designs meet project requirements, comply with relevant standards and offer practical, cost-effective solutions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the design process from concept through to delivery and installation.
• Reviewing, coordinating and developing mechanical and building services designs.
• Providing technical expertise across plumbing, heating, HVAC, air conditioning, controls and associated equipment.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical queries.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Ensuring designs meet relevant regulations, project specifications and quality standards.
• Supporting procurement and project teams with equipment selection and technical information.
• Assisting with estimating, quotations and project costings.
• Identifying opportunities for value engineering and cost-saving improvements.
• Coordinating design changes and communicating updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Providing technical support throughout installation, commissioning and handover.

About You

We are looking for someone with a strong mechanical or building services engineering background who understands the relationship between good design, project delivery and commercial performance.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Experience within mechanical engineering, building services, construction or a related industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, including plumbing, heating, HVAC and air conditioning.
• The ability to interpret and review engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of project costs, materials and equipment.
• Experience coordinating designs, projects or multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• Previous experience as a Design Manager, Mechanical Design Engineer or Building Services Engineer.
• Experience preparing or reviewing estimates, quotations or project costings.
• Knowledge of relevant building regulations and industry standards.
• Experience working with CAD/BIM or other design software.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and multiple engineering disciplines.

The Opportunity

This role would suit an experienced mechanical or building services professional looking to take the next step in their career, moving into a position where they can influence design decisions, contribute commercially and take greater ownership of project delivery.

If you have the technical knowledge, commercial understanding and confidence to coordinate the design process from start to finish, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

Apply today or get in touch with us at Six Ventures for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.