Assistant Design Manager (MEP)

Location: North East London / Remote / Site-based

Working Pattern: 3 days Office/Site, 2 days Work From Home (WFH)

Reporting to: Design Manager / Senior Design Manager

Role Overview

On behalf of my client, a leading specialist in mechanical and electrical building services, I am seeking a technically minded Assistant Design Manager to join their pre-construction and delivery team. This role is a strategic hire designed to support the management of the design process across a diverse portfolio of high-value residential and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will possess a strong MEP background and the ability to navigate the complexities of design coordination. My client offers a balanced hybrid working model, allowing for two days of remote work while ensuring high-level collaboration across their North East London office and various site locations.

Key Responsibilities

Design Coordination: Support the management of the design process from RIBA Stage 3 through to construction, ensuring all MEP services are fully integrated with the wider building fabric.

Technical Compliance: Conduct thorough reviews of drawings, specifications, and technical submittals to ensure adherence to British Standards, Building Regulations, and client requirements.

RFI & Tracker Management: Oversee the Request for Information (RFI) process and maintain live design trackers to ensure the site teams have ...