Design Manager

M&E Design Managers
Cambridge £65,000-£75,000 + Car Allowance / Company Car + Excellent Benefits
We are representing a highly respected and financially secure Building Services Contractor who are looking to appoint a M&E Design Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that has grown steadily year-on-year through long-term partnerships, collaborative working, and delivering outstanding projects across education, healthcare, life sciences, leisure, and student accommodation.
With high cash reserves in the bank and a turnover of £55m this year, the company offers genuine stability, excellent progression opportunities, and the chance to be part of a best-in-class team.
The Role

• Take ownership of design management across multiple sectors.
• Act as the principal representative of the business during design development stages.
• Drive and steer projects through Stage 2 design into delivery.
• Manage design risk, ensuring buildability and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead design meetings with consultants, clients, and supply chain.
• Provide clear communication between pre-construction and delivery teams.

What We're Looking For

• Background in either mechanical or electrical design/project management.
• Experience working for an M&E contractor.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to challenge and influence design.
• Proven ability to manage 6+ months of design development.
• Client-facing, collaborative, and commercially aware.

What's on Offer

• £65,000-£75,000 salary.
• Car allowance or company car.
• 9% pension contribution.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) - increasing with service.
• Christmas Eve treated as an extra holiday.
• Death in service.
• Modern, high-quality offices in Cambridge and Colchester.
• Excellent progression opportunities in a growing business.