We are looking for a high-calibre professional to join our team in Thailand.

Job Tile : Design Manager (MEP)

Job Duties

Design and Engineering Management

• Act as the primary link between the construction team and external design consultants on all MEP-related matters.
• Act as the primary link between the project team and the client’s design team on all MEP design-related items.
• Manage and coordinate consultants during design development and project execution for data centre projects.
• Provide clear direction on design approach, schedule, priorities, and deliverables to external consultants to support construction activities.
• Engage with Project/Site Engineers and the Construction Management team to incorporate site constraints, construction methodology, and project requirements into the design.
• Review and resolve design-related queries, discrepancies, and technical issues in a timely manner.
• Verify MEP designs and review deliverables for completeness, coordination, constructability, and accuracy.
• Support tender activities by reviewing technical requirements, developing design strategies, and providing input on buildability, methodology, and value engineering opportunities.

Site Operations Coordination and Monitoring

• Engage with Site Engineers and the Construction Management team to understand design requirements, gather technical input, and support project execution.
• Provide technical guidance to the project team to ensure MEP works are executed in accordance with the approved design intent.
• Conduct periodic inspections of MEP works on site and monitor execution for compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Participate in weekly design / coordination meetings with the site team, and provide updates on engineering and design progress.
• Support the resolution of technical, coordination, and site-related issues during construction and commissioning stages.

Compliance Review and Monitoring

• Review all MEP designs for compliance with sound engineering practice, project requirements, relevant codes, standards, and local authority requirements in Thailand.
• Review drawings and documents for compliance with company procedures, drafting standards, and project documentation requirements.
• Ensure proper filing and control of design documents, drawings, submissions, and design deliverable schedules.
• Identify and support the resolution of non-compliances and design coordination issues.

People Management

• Manage, guide, and mentor team members on technical and behavioural aspects of their roles.
• Support the development of team capabilities through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Promote effective collaboration across design, project, and site teams.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in MEP design, design management, or engineering coordination, preferably in data centre, mission-critical, or large-scale building projects.
• Experience in Design & Construct projects, with exposure to both consultant and contractor environments preferred.
• Good knowledge of MEP systems and design processes for data centre projects, including electrical, cooling, fire protection, plumbing, and associated building services.
• Familiarity with relevant Thai laws, regulations, authority requirements, and engineering standards applicable to design and construction works in Thailand.
• Professional engineering license in Thailand will be an advantage.
• Experience in tender support, technical reviews, value engineering, and design coordination will be an advantage.
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Thai.

Interested parties, please apply with a full resume stating present and expected salary. Information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purposes only.