Design Manager - Mechanical Ballymena at Dowds

Ballymena, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design Management, Technical Governance, MEP Design, HVAC, Public Health Systems, Low-Carbon Systems, BIM Integration, Value Engineering, Procurement Strategy, Design Coordination, Technical Leadership, Project Lifecycle Management

Industry

Construction

Description

We are seeking Dowds are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Manager to lead mechanical design delivery and technical governance across major projects and preconstruction activities. This role provides technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and buildable mechanical solutions are delivered. What you'll be responsible for Support delivery of technical design management strategy Provide leadership across mechanical design standards and governance Contribute to wider business strategy and continuous improvement Lead mechanical design reviews of bids and cost plans Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions Collaborate with estimating teams to support winning bids Develop robust mechanical design strategies Review, challenge and approve design info, calculations and specifications. Act as mechanical technical authority across allocated projects Lead MEP consultant appointments and design coordination Chair design review meetings and drive technical decision-making Define scope, deliverables, and design responsibilities Review plant, equipment, and CDP packages for compliance Verify site installation against design intent Resolve complex mechanical technical issues Contribute to procurement strategies and early design decisions Support BIM integration and coordination What we are looking for Essential Extensive experience in mechanical building services (MEP/construction) Proven track record of technical design leadership Strong understanding of design management and procurement Experience leading design reviews and managing consultants Significant experience in mechanical building services design within an MEP or construction environment. Proven ability to lead, review and assure mechanical design outputs across project stages. Strong knowledge of HVAC, public health, plant and low‑carbon systems. Desirable Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline Chartered or working towards (CIBSE / IMechE or equivalent) Experience in complex sectors (healthcare, commercial, infrastructure) Knowledge of BIM and digital engineering practices Why Join Dowds 41 Days Holiday Early Finish Fridays Private Medical Bonus Wellbeing Initiatives Pension Work from home Plus, many more Dowds is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design delivery and technical governance across major projects and preconstruction activities. Responsible for reviewing design specifications, managing MEP consultants, and ensuring buildable mechanical solutions.