MEP Manager

East London

12-Month Contract or Permanent Opportunity

£450-£550 per day or £85,000-£95,000 + Package

Our client, a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor, is looking to recruit an experienced MEP Manager to join their team on a major rail infrastructure project in East London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile scheme, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of mechanical and electrical packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.

Working alongside the project delivery team, you will oversee all MEP activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards whilst maintaining compliance with all client and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of all Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) packages on site.
• Coordinate MEP subcontractors to ensure programme milestones are achieved.
• Liaise with the client, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Review and manage technical drawings, specifications and design information.
• Monitor progress, quality and commercial performance of MEP works.
• Attend and lead progress meetings, reporting on programme, risks and issues.
• Ensure all commissioning, testing and handover activities are completed successfully.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance throughout the project.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an MEP Manager for a Tier 1 Main Contractor or major contractor.
• Rail experience is essential.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects for Transport for London (TfL) and/or London Underground (LUL).
• Relevant Mechanical or Electrical qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent).
• SMSTS qualification.
• Strong understanding of MEP coordination, commissioning and handover processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors within a live rail environment.