MEP Design Manager | Building Engineering

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: MEP Design Manager | Building Engineering

Company: AECOM

Location: Madrid, Spain

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Building Engineering Operations / Project Management

Date Posted: April 20, 2026

Experience Level: 5-10 Years

Remote Status: Hybrid

🚀 Role Summary

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Fire Protection, and Telecom) engineering teams to deliver high-quality building and infrastructure projects.

• Drive technical excellence in MEP system design, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to global standards.

• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and AECOM, fostering strong relationships and managing project expectations.

• Oversee project delivery, ensuring goals are met on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Coordinate MEP design efforts with other disciplines, such as Architecture and Structural Engineering, to ensure seamless project integration.

📝 Enhancement Note: This role blends technical MEP design leadership with project management responsibilities, focusing on client interaction and team coordination within AECOM's Building Engineering practice. The emphasis is on delivering coordinated, efficient, and sustainable designs.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary MEP engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment focused on technical excellence.

• Oversee the development, review, and approval of conceptual installation designs through to final construction documentation for MEP systems.

• Act as the key technical point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, managing expectations, and building enduring relationships.

• Drive the planning and scheduling of MEP project activities in close coordination with the Planning Engineer and other project stakeholders.

• Proactively identify project changes and provide robust technical justifications to support the Project Manager in change management processes.

• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with other design disciplines, including Architecture and Structural Engineering, to ensure integrated project delivery.

• Champion continuous professional development and technical skill enhancement within the MEP team and individually, staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies.

• Ensure the application of world-class methodologies and technologies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), energy modelling, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), to optimize design processes and outcomes.

📝 Enhancement Note: The core responsibilities highlight a dual focus on technical leadership in MEP design and effective project coordination. The role requires proactive engagement with clients and internal teams to ensure successful project execution, emphasizing AECOM's commitment to quality and innovation through advanced methodologies.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or related disciplines)

Experience:

• Proven track record in developing conceptual installation designs through to completion, including MEP discipline coordination in projects and direct client interaction.

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in Building Services design.

• Demonstrated success in collaborating with design teams on national and international projects.

Required Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge and design proficiency in either electrical or mechanical engineering principles.

• Solid understanding of the interdependencies and requirements of other disciplines involved in multidisciplinary building projects (e.g., Architecture, Structural, Public Health, Fire Protection).

• Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, fostering collaboration and driving performance.

• Excellent client relationship management skills, with a track record of successful client interaction and satisfaction.

• Strong understanding of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management within a design context.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with advanced design tools such as energy modelling software and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

• Familiarity with sustainability design principles and certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).

• Experience in construction environments, providing insights into constructability and site coordination.

• Fluency in additional languages relevant to international projects.

📝 Enhancement Note: The qualifications emphasize a blend of deep technical MEP expertise and strong project leadership capabilities. The requirement for bilingualism (English and Spanish) is critical for effective communication in AECOM Spain's international client base. Experience in construction environments is a strong plus, indicating a need for practical, hands-on understanding.

📊 Process & Systems Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio Essentials:

• Showcase at least 2-3 complex building or infrastructure projects where you led MEP design and coordination efforts from concept to completion.

• Detail your role in managing multidisciplinary teams, highlighting your leadership and coordination strategies.

• Provide examples of your client interaction and how you managed project expectations and delivered results.

• Include documentation demonstrating your technical expertise in mechanical or electrical systems, along with an understanding of other disciplines.

Process Documentation:

• Demonstrate your approach to workflow design and optimization for MEP projects, including early-stage conceptualization and detailed design phases.

• Illustrate your methods for ensuring seamless integration and coordination between MEP disciplines and with architectural/structural designs.

• Provide examples of how you track and manage project progress, budget, and schedule for MEP components.

• Showcase your process for identifying, evaluating, and managing project changes to minimize impact on timelines and budgets.

• Detail your approach to quality assurance and control for MEP designs, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements.

📝 Enhancement Note: Applicants should prepare a portfolio that strongly emphasizes leadership in MEP design, team management, and successful project delivery. The portfolio should showcase practical application of design principles, client management, and the use of advanced technologies in complex building projects.

💵 Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: While a specific range is not provided, based on the role's seniority (5-10 years experience), location (Madrid, Spain), and responsibilities as an MEP Design Manager within a global firm like AECOM, the estimated annual salary range is likely between €55,000 and €80,000 gross. This estimate considers regional market rates for engineering management roles in Spain, factoring in cost of living and industry benchmarks for specialized technical leadership.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive