Senior Design Manager (MEP)
CompanyVVB Engineering
Location
Acton, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/28/2026
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Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£54,400
(£27.90 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
About The Anthro Jv
The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.
WHAT WE ARE RECRUITING FOR: SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER (MEP)
As a Design Manager, you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage Engineers and be responsible for the production and delivery of MEPHFC designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.
WHAT WE ARE RECRUITING FOR: SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER (MEP)
As a Design Manager, you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage Engineers and be responsible for the production and delivery of MEPHFC designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team with clear vision and direction.
- Manage internal/external resources to meet contract and client expectations.
- Establish and oversee Technical Assurance processes per industry standards.
- Control project programmes, address supply chain delays, and implement mitigations.
- Ensure compliance with NR-L2-RSE-02009 through CEM and CRE governance.
- Maintain high design standards, fostering a first-time-right culture.
- Review designs to mitigate construction risks early.
- Oversee engineering team’s design outputs per British Standards & Eurocodes (GRIP 1-5 / RIBA 2-5 / ES1-3).
- Ensure 3D design coordination aligns with BIM Standards.
- Manage CDM and CSM-REA requirements to minimize risks (ALARP).
- Track design progress and issue meeting minutes.
- Handle RFI, TQ, and project communications (EWN, GC).
- Coordinate engineering activities for cost-effective, timely, and quality solutions.
- Produce and distribute progress reports and dashboards.
- Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Council Professional Registration.
- 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering/Design Management, with 2+ years in the rail industry.
- Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary rail project design and team leadership.
- Strong skills in design coordination, integration, and assurance processes.
- Ability to solve engineering problems, manage design interfaces, and ensure quality delivery.
- Experienced in reviewing DRN comments, WPP, Form C/G/A/B, and other design reviews.
- Commercially aware with a clear understanding of project scopes, requirements, and budget.
- Effective leadership, mentoring, and team development abilities.
- Communication, organisation, and collaboration with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers.
- In-depth understanding of MEPHFC systems (technical, design, installation, and maintenance).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a commitment to ongoing professional development and industry trends.