MEP Lead - Data Centre

MEP Lead – Tier One Main Contractor

£120,000 - £130,000

London

Major Data Centre Project

A leading Tier One Main Contractor is currently seeking an experienced MEP Lead to oversee the mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) elements of a major hyperscale Data Centre project in West London. The appointed candidate will play a key leadership role in the successful delivery of this technically complex, large-scale scheme, working closely with the client, consultants, specialist subcontractors, and wider project team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the coordination, management, and delivery of all MEP packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover Oversee MEP design development and coordination in collaboration with consultants, specialist subcontractors, and the design management team Manage MEP programmes, ensuring all mechanical, electrical, and public health works are fully integrated with the overall construction programme Coordinate complex MEP installations, ensuring works are delivered to the required technical, quality, programme, and health & safety standards Lead client, consultant, and stakeholder meetings relating to MEP delivery and provide regular progress updates Work closely with the commercial team on procurement, subcontractor management, variations, and package performance Drive the coordination of MEP services across multiple disciplines, ensuring interfaces are effectively managed Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to the wider MEP delivery team Support the commissioning, testing, integrated systems testing, and final handover of the Data CentreCandidate Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar MEP Lead / MEP Project Lead / MEP Manager role on large-scale Data Centre projects Strong understanding of the technical and delivery requirements associated with mission-critical / hyperscale Data Centre environments Experience managing major MEP packages on projects valued at £100m+ Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, and public health disciplines Background with a main contractor, ideally a Tier One contractor, delivering complex MEP projects Excellent coordination, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills Experience working through pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and handover Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid desirable