JOB DESCRIPTION – DESIGN TEAM LEAD (MEP)

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for an experienced Design Team Lead – MEP with strong expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design coordination, preferably in the interior fit-out or construction industry. The candidate will be responsible for leading the MEP design and drafting team, reviewing technical drawings, coordinating building services with architectural and interior design layouts, and ensuring drawings are accurate and ready for project execution. The role also involves identifying design clashes, coordinating with consultants and site teams, maintaining technical standards, and guiding team members to ensure timely and quality delivery of MEP drawings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Lead and supervise mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design and drafting activities to ensure accurate and timely delivery of drawings.
- Review MEP layouts, coordinated drawings, shop drawings, working drawings, and technical submissions.
- Coordinate MEP drawings with architectural, structural, interior design, and project execution teams.
- Ensure MEP layouts are aligned with architectural plans, interior layouts, project specifications, and site requirements.
- Review HVAC, electrical, lighting, power, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting drawings, as applicable to the project.
- Identify and resolve clashes between MEP services, architectural elements, structural components, ceilings, partitions, and interior finishes.
- Ensure MEP drawings comply with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.
- Review equipment layouts, service routes, ducting, piping, cable routing, and other MEP components for coordination and technical accuracy.
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, vendors, and site teams to resolve technical queries and design discrepancies.
- Monitor drawing schedules,



allocate tasks, manage team workloads, and ensure timely completion of submissions.
- Incorporate design revisions, consultant comments, client feedback, and site-related changes into MEP drawings.
- Conduct quality checks on drawings prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with drawing standards.
- Guide and mentor junior draftsmen and designers on MEP drafting practices, technical detailing, and documentation procedures.
- Coordinate with project execution teams to address site constraints and provide technical clarifications during installation.
- Maintain proper documentation of drawings, revisions, approvals, technical submissions, and coordination records.
- Support BIM-based coordination and clash detection activities, where applicable, to minimize rework and execution delays.
- Ensure the latest approved drawings are communicated to the relevant teams before execution.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design and drafting.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience preparing MEP layouts, working drawings, and shop drawings.
- Knowledge of Revit MEP and BIM coordination tools will be an advantage.
- Understanding of HVAC systems, electrical layouts, lighting, power distribution, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting systems.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, interior design, and MEP drawings.
- Knowledge of MEP service coordination, clash detection, and resolving spatial conflicts.




- Understanding of applicable building codes, technical standards, and project specifications.
- Experience in reviewing technical drawings, coordinating revisions, and maintaining drawing documentation.
- Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Valuable team leadership, task allocation, and workload management skills.
- Effective communication and coordination skills to work with consultants, contractors, and project teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deliverables, and meet submission deadlines.
- Attention to detail and a strong focus on technical accuracy and execution quality.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 7–10 years of relevant experience in MEP design, drafting, and coordination, preferably in interior fit-out or construction projects.
- Proven experience leading or supervising an MEP design and drafting team.
- Hands-on experience in preparing and reviewing MEP layouts, coordinated drawings, shop drawings, and technical submissions.
- Practical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting systems, as relevant to project requirements.
- Experience coordinating MEP drawings with architectural, structural, and interior design teams.
- Experience in identifying design clashes, resolving technical issues, and supporting site execution.
- Knowledge of Revit MEP, BIM workflows, and clash detection processes will be an added advantage.
- Experience in commercial offices, retail spaces, hospitality, or other commercial interior fit-out projects will be preferred.
- Strong understanding of drawing quality control, project schedules, technical documentation, and team management.

Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 MEP Design Team Lead (Chennai)
🏢 TOPROCK Global
📍 Chennai