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Who are we?
Founded in 1992 and with over 250 employees, Galliard Homes is London's largest privately owned property development and management group overseeing residential, hospitality, mixed-use, and commercial projects across London, the Home Counties, and the Midlands.
Galliard has a £4 billion portfolio of over 6,000 homes and 714,088 square feet of commercial developments under construction. With an impressive portfolio of award-winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developer.
The Position
An Assistant M&E Design Coordinator forms part of our established in-house M&E team, which sits within our wider Construction division, offering specialist assistance in the selection and installation of compliant, cost-effective systems. The Assistant M&E Design Coordinator will work closely with consultant design teams to coordinate their workstreams and advise the M&E Construction Manager of any issues or programme concerns.
This role involves regular travel to sites across London, Ipswich, Birmingham, and to our Head Office in Loughton, so flexibility and willingness to travel are essential.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Report to the M&E Construction Manager on any risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies to maintain the project completion date
Collaborate with consultant design teams to answer technical queries and manage variation orders in line with the procurement and construction programmes.
Lead design team meetings and manage coordination between disciplines.
Review and analyse incoming design information to ensure clarity and coordination with the construction team.
Carry out site reviews and assist with troubleshooting to resolve technical issues as they arise.
Arrange and/or attend M&E workshops to ensure full coordination and regulatory compliance.
Monitor subcontractor technical queries, RFI's, and technical submissions.
Support the tracking and issue of M&E O&M manuals and handover documents, ensuring al record documents are received and stored appropriately.
Manage BREEAM, HUG, and ESG requirements, including consultant appointments and credit tracking to maintain compliance.
Collaborate with the construction team to identify and manage risks and opportunities arising from M&E-related change orders.
Seek and evaluate new systems and products that can improve quality, reduce cost, and ensure compliance with evolving regulations and planning conditions.
Promote a collaborative team culture and maintain transparent communication with project teams and the wider business.
Review, maintain and update MEP documentation regularly.
Stay informed of legislative and regulatory changes affecting M&E design and site processes.
The Person
The Assistant M&E Design Coordinator will be a driven and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality results. They will be a natural problem-solver with a proactive mindset and strong communication skills, capable of identifying and mitigating technical risks in a collaborative, solutions-focused manner. Given the travel requirements to sites across London, Ipswich, Birmingham, and our Head Office in Loughton, they must also be flexible and comfortable with regular travel as part of their role. They will also meet the below criteria:
Essential:
Previous experience managing the M&E design process on large residential projects.
Experience managing tender and selection processes for external consultants.
Proven ability to define, adapt, and implement the right strategy to meet project needs.
In-depth knowledge of building regulations and statutory requirements.
Strong knowledge of MEP systems and varied M&E construction techniques.
An understanding of modern construction techniques, including:
Piling
Reinforced Concrete Structures
Cladding Systems
Mechanical and Electrical Services
Fit-Out Trades
Proficient in Revit software.
Outstanding communication skills across face-to-face, telephone, and email interactions, with a professional approach.
Proficient in basic Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook with the ability to learn new systems as needed.
Educated to HNC level or equivalent (Construction Management / Mechanical & Electrical / Skilled Trade or similar). We will also consider, and value qualified by experience.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly to sites across London, Ipswich, Birmingham, and our Head Office in Loughton.
Desirable:
Experience working for a property developer or main contractor.
Educated to Degree Level or equivalent (Mechanical & Electrical or related discipline).
Fire Marshal qualified.
The Benefits
As a family-owned business, we want everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, we offer benefits ranging from:
Competitive salary
Car Allowance
24 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Private health care
Critical illness insurance
Matching contribution pension scheme
Employee assistance programme
Discounted gym memberships
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discount portal
Volunteering opportunities
Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditation's
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