MEP Design Manager – West London

Company: Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

Our client is one of the UK’s leading residential developers, who are seeking an experienced and technically driven MEP Design Manager to join their team in West London. This is a unique opportunity to bring true specialist expertise in-house, shaping the future of our MEP delivery across multiple high-density residential schemes.

Our client is currently evolving its approach to MEP management, therefore this role offers real scope to lead from the front-bringing consistency, commercial protection, and technical excellence to their MEP strategy. You’ll act as the client-side lead, guiding design, installation, testing, and commissioning across major residential projects-most critically including energy centres and district heating systems.

What we are looking for;

  • Strong mechanical & electrical background with proven experience delivering large-scale domestic residential projects.

  • In-depth knowledge of MEP commissioning, energy centres, district heating, and ESCO adoption processes.

  • Excellent understanding of ATP-style delivery, even if not formally implemented.

  • Proactive, problem-solving mindset, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

  • Flexibility to support evolving project demands and a collaborative team approach.

Key Responsibilities

Energy Centre & Commissioning:

  • Lead de-snagging, testing, and final commissioning of a large-scale energy centre already in beneficial use.

  • Ensure all documentation and O&M manuals are complete and ESCO adoption requirements are met.

  • Manage and close out legacy issues, ensuring systems are functional, efficient, and future-proofed.

District Heating & Risers:

  • Oversee remedial works to district heating infrastructure and risers.

  • Ensure compliance with BG29/50 water quality standards and ESCO expectations.

  • Coordinate the seamless integration of district networks between project phases.

Design & Technical Leadership:

  • Input into MEP design direction with a focus on mechanical systems, energy strategy, and long-term maintenance viability.

  • Review and steer MEP designs to ensure they are practical, efficient, and commercially sound.

  • Support the wider technical team, acting as the internal MEP subject matter expert.

Programme & Package Management:

  • Drive delivery against programme timelines-aligning sub-contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

  • Manage MEP sub-contract packages from design through to installation and handover.

  • Chair meetings, produce clear and accurate minutes, and maintain progress reporting.

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Posted: April 20th, 2025