About the role
About Dalkia UK
At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.
Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.
We are looking for a Senior MEP Design Manager / Senior Technical Manager to take a leading role across major construction projects, you will have the opportunity to influence projects at the stage where your experience matters most. Rather than simply managing drawings, you will shape technical strategy, question assumptions and remove risks before they become expensive site issues. You will work across the full project lifecycle, with a particular focus on pre-construction and design delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the MEP design process from pre-construction through to delivery
- Review and challenge designs to ensure they are practical, coordinated and compliant
- Identify technical risks early and develop clear solutions
- Create technical strategies and project deliverables plans
- Coordinate consultants, designers, specialists and supply chain partners
- Lead design reviews and ensure actions are followed through
- Drive value engineering without compromising quality
- Manage consultant scopes, fees and performance
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations and industry standards
- Build trusted relationships with clients and project stakeholders
The Benefits
- A senior role with genuine influence over project outcomes
- Complex projects valued between £5 million and £50 million
- Exposure to healthcare, commercial, leisure, MOD and MOJ environments
- Career development within a large technical organisation
- A people-first and inclusive working culture
- The backing and stability of the EDF group
The person
You will need proven experience leading MEP design on complex construction projects.
You should also have:
- Strong pre-construction and technical risk experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial awareness, including consultant fee management
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services
- Chartered or Incorporated status, or be working towards it, with CIBSE, IET or IMechE
Our Values
People First - It starts with health, safety and wellbeing
Better Together - A collaborative team
Trusted Partners - Dedicated to our clients' success
Taking Responsibility - Making a positive difference
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.
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