MEP Project Manager

Data Centre Construction
Location: Docklands, East London, UK
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical Construction
Our client is a leading international contractor delivering complex, large-scale construction projects across Europe and the UK. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and high-quality project delivery, the company operates across a wide range of sectors including commercial developments, advanced manufacturing, infrastructure, and mission-critical data centre facilities.
Due to continued growth within the UK data centre sector, our client is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to join the delivery team on a major data centre project in Docklands, East London.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) packages, ensuring works are executed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with project leadership, construction teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client representatives, the MEP Project Manager will play a key role in driving coordination, performance, and delivery certainty across all building services.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior management and discipline leads to ensure all MEP works are fully planned, coordinated, and executed in line with programme requirements, technical specifications, and contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the full MEP scope on a large-scale data centre project in Docklands, East London
• Oversee planning, coordination, installation, and delivery of all mechanical, electrical, and public health systems from construction through to commissioning and handover
• Manage MEP subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring performance, productivity, and quality targets are achieved
• Ensure full integration of MEP works with CSA, commissioning, and project controls teams
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and track progress against key milestones
• Work closely with commercial teams to monitor budgets, control costs, and manage variations
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with design specifications, contracts, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving technical and delivery challenges proactively
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards across all MEP activities
• Lead coordination and progress meetings, providing clear reporting on performance, risks, and key deliverables
• Support testing, commissioning, and final system handover processes
• Drive a strong site culture focused on safety, quality, coordination, and delivery excellence

In Return, Our Client Offers
Negotiable basic salary
Travel allowance (if required)
Attractive bonus structure
Private healthcare & Pension
Opportunity to work on a flagship London data centre project with strong long-term career progression within a growing international contractor