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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed