MEP Design Manager (Data Centres) Dubai, UAE
An expanding international M&E consultancy with a strong track record in low-energy design is seeking an MEP Design Manager to support the delivery of high-quality design solutions across a range of data centre and major building projects.
With market-leading technical expertise, the organisation supports the development of digital infrastructure and the wider built environment, helping clients achieve ambitious low-carbon and zero-carbon goals. The team covers the full lifecycle of building projects and provides integrated capabilities to save clients time, effort, and cost. The working culture emphasises collaboration, active stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to exceptional service.
Role Responsibilities
- Utilise design-management delivery tools to monitor and control project coordination, including reporting inputs/outputs for project progress tracking.
- Support senior team members with delegated tasks as part of project delivery, including preparation of reports, action trackers, and multi-discipline coordination.
- Lead data manipulation across Architecture, MEP, C&S, and supporting project functions.
- Manage design interfaces between various disciplines and subconsultants.
- Prepare design programmes aligned with overall project timelines and permitting requirements.
- Conduct independent research to support project delivery.
- Liaise with contractors, clients, and internal/external consultants regarding project progress and requirements.
- Ensure document-control standards are met, including correct drawing titles, formatting, and sequencing.
- Coordinate teams to deliver well-prepared face-to-face page-turn presentations.
- Manage virtual design teams operating across multiple time zones.
- Quickly understand client processes and develop appropriate supporting tools.
Role Requirements
- BSc/BEng (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline (desirable).
- Progress towards MCIBSE/MIEE/IMechE/APM PMQ/MCIOB/Prince2 or equivalent professional membership.
- Working towards Chartered status (desirable).
- Background in architecture, engineering, project management consulting, or construction.
- Proven experience delivering multi-discipline complex projects in the UAE/GCC.
- Strong knowledge of building permit requirements in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
- Experience in design management and engineering, ideally including data centres, large mixed-use projects, or critical facilities.
- Understanding of disciplinary interactions within building/data-centre projects (architecture, structures, civils, MEP, fire, electrical, ICT, sustainability, permitting, etc.).
- Knowledge of design-management principles, project-management processes, and reporting methodologies.
- Experience preparing presentations, bids, or submission materials.
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive with strong career progression ambitions.
- Strong understanding of the design process and ability to prioritise workload.
- Ability to work to deadlines and operate independently or within a team.
- Understanding of UAE, UK, and European standards and codes.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Understanding of Microsoft Project, with an interest in becoming proficient.
- Ability to use IT-based calculation and spreadsheet tools.
- Adaptable and proactive approach to engineering tasks.
- Ability to work in highly collaborative environments and engage with expert clients daily.
- Strong chairing/facilitation skills and ability to record key meeting actions.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- Appreciation for diverse cultures and working styles.
- Ability to support project delivery across project management, financial management, QA/QC, and technical review.
- Understanding of business goals, QA processes, and global consultancy operations.
- Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation.
