Design Manager
M&E Design Manager (Building Services) – £70,000 to £80,000 depending on experience + Company Car/Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity for an M&E Design Manager, or similar role, to take the lead on high-quality Building Services projects across multiple sectors.
About the Company
A respected and long-established Mechanical & Electrical Building Services contractor based in Cambridgeshire, delivering projects valued between £500k and £10m across commercial, education, healthcare, data centre, and smart building sectors. Known for technical excellence, repeat business, and a collaborative culture, they provide clear progression and development opportunities for their people.
Responsibilities
This is a full-time, office-based role in Peterborough, commutable from St Neots, Huntingdon, Cambridge and surrounding areas. As M&E Design Manager, you’ll oversee design delivery from concept through to commissioning, coordinating teams, clients, and consultants to ensure projects are efficient, compliant, and commercially aligned.
* Taking ownership of design delivery across multiple concurrent projects
* Coordinating Mechanical and Electrical design teams alongside external consultants
* Providing technical expertise during tender and design development
* Embedding energy-efficient and compliant design solutions into every project
* Reviewing and approving drawings, specifications, and calculations
* Supporting construction teams with design queries, variations, and change control
* Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment with programme, budget, and compliance requirements
This role would also suit those currently working as a Senior M&E Design Engineer, MEP Design Manager, Building Services Design Manager, or Mechanical/Electrical Design Manager within the Building Services sector.
Salary & Benefits
* £70,000 – £80,000 depending on experience
* Car or Car Allowance
* Company Bonus Scheme
* Private Healthcare & Pension Options
* Laptop & Mobile Phone
* Ongoing training & development
* Career progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to lead M&E design projects with a leading and highly respected building services contractor, apply today or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd for a confidential discussion