V7 Recruitment
V7 Recruitment are looking for an experienced MEP Cost Manager to support the delivery of major data centre projects across the Nordics, with a focus on Norway and Finland. This role will involve working on large-scale, complex developments, supporting clients from early-stage design through to project completion. Using your expertise in MEP cost management, you will be responsible for developing cost plans, carrying out feasibility studies, supporting procurement and tender evaluations, and managing commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This is an opportunity to work within a fast-growing sector, contributing to high-value, technically complex data centre projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders. You will be working alternating weeks, one on-site in the Nordics and the other working from home! In return they are offering: A competitive salary Car Allowance Healthcare Life Assurance Income Protection 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Flights/accommodation/expenses Role Accountabilities Provide MEP quantity surveying and commercial cost management services on data centre projects Prepare detailed cost estimates, feasibility studies, and benchmarking; develop and manage cost plans Support procurement processes, including tender analysis, evaluation, and contractor selection Review and agree contractor proposals, manage variations, and oversee commercial reporting Deliver cost control throughout construction and handover phases Advise on value engineering, risk management, and whole-life costing Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and project delivery teams Support and mentor junior team members where required Qualifications & Experience Degree or qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (M&E) or equivalent (essential) Proven experience in MEP cost management / quantity surveying on large-scale construction projects Data centre project experience is essential Strong understanding of MEP systems, packages, and associated cost drivers Experience in cost estimating, benchmarking, and commercial management Ability to manage projects from inception through to completion Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills Familiarity with cost management tools such as CostX and/or 5D BIM Additional Requirements Experience working on projects within the Nordics (Norway and/or Finland preferred) Willingness to travel as required across project locations Strong communication and coordination skills within multidisciplinary teams This is a great opportunity to work with a leading construction consultancy and gain experience working in the European Data Centre market! V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role. Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities. You can request your data to be removed at any time by contacting us.
V7 Recruitment are looking for an experienced MEP Cost Manager to support the delivery of major data centre projects across the Nordics, with a focus on Norway and Finland. This role will involve working on large-scale, complex developments, supporting clients from early-stage design through to project completion. Using your expertise in MEP cost management, you will be responsible for developing cost plans, carrying out feasibility studies, supporting procurement and tender evaluations, and managing commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This is an opportunity to work within a fast-growing sector, contributing to high-value, technically complex data centre projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders. You will be working alternating weeks, one on-site in the Nordics and the other working from home! In return they are offering: A competitive salary Car Allowance Healthcare Life Assurance Income Protection 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Flights/accommodation/expenses Role Accountabilities Provide MEP quantity surveying and commercial cost management services on data centre projects Prepare detailed cost estimates, feasibility studies, and benchmarking; develop and manage cost plans Support procurement processes, including tender analysis, evaluation, and contractor selection Review and agree contractor proposals, manage variations, and oversee commercial reporting Deliver cost control throughout construction and handover phases Advise on value engineering, risk management, and whole-life costing Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and project delivery teams Support and mentor junior team members where required Qualifications & Experience Degree or qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (M&E) or equivalent (essential) Proven experience in MEP cost management / quantity surveying on large-scale construction projects Data centre project experience is essential Strong understanding of MEP systems, packages, and associated cost drivers Experience in cost estimating, benchmarking, and commercial management Ability to manage projects from inception through to completion Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills Familiarity with cost management tools such as CostX and/or 5D BIM Additional Requirements Experience working on projects within the Nordics (Norway and/or Finland preferred) Willingness to travel as required across project locations Strong communication and coordination skills within multidisciplinary teams This is a great opportunity to work with a leading construction consultancy and gain experience working in the European Data Centre market! V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role. Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities. You can request your data to be removed at any time by contacting us.
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Hackney, London
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
