Job Title: Lead Design Coordinator (M&E) - Water Sector
Overview: As a Lead Design Coordinator specialising in Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) aspects within the water sector, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the design coordination process to ensure seamless integration of M&E systems within water infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for coordinating design activities and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Coordination:
- Lead and coordinate the M&E design process for water sector projects, ensuring alignment with project requirements, budget, and timeline.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, and consultants to integrate M&E systems effectively within water infrastructure designs.
Technical Expertise:
- Utilise your expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering to review and approve M&E designs, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, codes, and regulations.
- Provide innovative solutions to technical challenges and contribute to the optimisation of M&E systems for water sector projects.
Quality Assurance:
- Implement quality control measures to maintain the highest standards of design accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
- Conduct thorough reviews and assessments of M&E designs to identify and mitigate potential risks or discrepancies.
Stakeholder Management:
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to communicate design requirements, address concerns, and facilitate approvals.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration throughout the project life-cycle.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, to communicate design intent and requirements effectively.
- Generate progress reports, status updates, and other project documentation to keep stakeholders informed and facilitate decision-making processes.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification is advantageous.
- Extensive experience in M&E design coordination within the water sector or related industries.
- In-depth knowledge of M&E systems, equipment, and technologies relevant to water infrastructure projects.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making, with a focus on delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions.
- Sound understanding of relevant regulations, codes, and standards governing M&E design in the water sector.