MEP Design Manager

Criterion Capital is seeking an experienced MEP
Design Manager to oversee and manage the MEP design for multiple
office-to-hotel and offiice -to-resi conversion projects. This role requires an expert in building
services engineering with strong leadership abilities to deliver fully
integrated MEP solutions that meet project objectives, client expectations, and
regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will ensure that MEP designs are
innovative, cost-effective, energy-efficient, and fully aligned with the unique
requirements of hotel conversions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full MEP design process for
  multiple office-to-hotel/resi conversion projects, ensuring all systems (mechanical,
  electrical, and plumbing) are optimised for functionality, efficiency, and
  cost.
• Drive effective collaborative relationships with
  architects, structural engineers, and other design professionals to ensure MEP
  designs are fully integrated into the overall project and support the hotel’s
  operational needs.
• Take ownership of MEP design decisions, providing
  technical expertise on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Manage external MEP design teams, including
  consultants and contractors, ensuring clear communication and alignment with
  project goals.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Design Manager
  and Senior Project Manager to ensure the MEP design supports the overall
  construction programme and project objectives.
• Oversee the development of detailed MEP designs,
  including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, ensuring all
  designs meet regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Review and approve detailed design documents,
  including drawings, specifications, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and
  compliance with relevant standards.
• Overseeing MEP related requests for information
  (RFI’S) and technical submissions and ensuring documentation workflows aligned
  to the projects needs.
• Ensure all MEP designs comply with local building
  codes, health and safety regulations, and hospitality-specific requirements.
• Manage the process of obtaining necessary permits
  and approvals for MEP systems, working with regulatory authorities to ensure
  timely approvals and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure seamless integration of MEP systems with
  architectural and structural components, resolving any potential design
  conflicts early in the process.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in MEP
  design, energy efficiency, and sustainable building services, integrating new
  technologies where appropriate to enhance project outcomes.
• Review of MEP services tenders, and inputting into
  contractor and consultant supply chain decisions.
• Manage the MEP budget, ensuring all systems are
  designed within cost parameters and identifying opportunities for value
  engineering without sacrificing quality or functionality.
• Review contractor and supplier bids for MEP systems,
  ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards are met.
• Ensure all MEP design documentation is accurate,
  organised, and up-to-date,
• Implement and enforce quality control processes
  throughout the MEP design and construction phases, ensuring that installations
  meet the highest standards of workmanship.
• Maintain meticulous records of all MEP design
  changes, approvals, and as-built documentation, ensuring compliance with
  project and regulatory requirements.
• Continually look to develop improvements within the
  department and business.
• Ensure head of MEP is always briefed and aware of
  queries and issues.

People Skills:

• Strong and consistent performance
• Respect for external and internal colleagues and
  customers
• Strong team work ethic
• Integrity and commitment
• Display strong ethical conduct in line with
  engineering council code of conduct.
• Create an environment to drive engagement.

About You:

• A minimum of 5 years’ industry experience in
  consultancy and/or design manager roles within main contract or developer
  businesses.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or
  building services engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience as an MEP Design Manager, ideally
  within hospitality, commercial-to-residential conversions, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems design, including
  HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, with an emphasis on
  energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Experience leading the design and coordination of
  MEP services for large-scale projects, with a proven track record of delivering
  high-quality, cost-effective designs.
• Expertise in local building codes, regulations, and
  standards relevant to MEP design in the hospitality industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously,
  ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of all MEP design services.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to
  work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external
  consultants.

Please apply today for consideration