MEP Design Manager

Job description:

We are seeking an experienced MEP Design Manager to lead the design of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems for high-end residential developments. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and experience integrating MEP systems seamlessly into premium architectural projects.

This role requires a balance of technical excellence, design sensitivity, regulatory knowledge, and effective stakeholder management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in MEP design and project management.
• Experience in luxury villas, high-end residential, hospitality, or premium real estate projects will be preferred.
• Proven experience in coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design and development of MEP systems for luxury villas and residential projects.
• Coordinate with architects, structural consultants, interior designers, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Review and approve MEP drawings, specifications, calculations, and design submissions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, safety standards, and project requirements.
• Identify and resolve design clashes, coordination issues, and compliance concerns.
• Manage MEP design budgets, timelines, deliverables, and value engineering initiatives.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Implement BIM and coordination workflows to improve design accuracy and minimize site conflicts.
• Support the project from concept design through detailed design, execution, testing, and commissioning.
• Propose sustainable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective MEP solutions without compromising luxury, comfort, or aesthetics.

Technical Expertise:

• HVAC system design and coordination
• Electrical load calculations, distribution, and lighting design
• Plumbing and drainage system design
• Fire protection and firefighting systems
• MEP coordination and clash detection
• Design review, estimation, budgeting, and value engineering
• Knowledge of applicable Indian codes and industry standards

Leadership and Communication:

• Strong team leadership and delegation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to coordinate with technical and nontechnical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills:

• Extensive experience reviewing MEP specifications and design submissions.
• Proficiency in BIM, Revit, AutoCAD, and clash detection workflows.
• Experience integrating MEP systems without compromising architectural aesthetics.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and sustainable design alternatives.
• Proven experience managing projects from design development through implementation.
• Experience mentoring engineers, designers, and drafting teams.
• Willingness to adopt new technologies and improve design efficiency.
• Ability to work with high-end clients and stakeholders while balancing luxury, comfort, functionality, and operational efficiency.

Skills

AutoCAD, BIM, HVAC, MEP, Revit