Regional MEP Manager – Data Centre, London, Greater London

Overview

Our client, a specialist data centre delivery contractor, is recruiting a Regional MEP Manager for a major data centre project in London. The successful candidate will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, programme performance and commercial delivery are achieved across all projects. This role will involve travel across the different projects within a particular region. Our client is recruiting on a confidential basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of MEP teams across multiple projects within the region.
• Drive the successful delivery of MEP packages from pre-construction through commissioning and handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Support project teams in developing and implementing construction, procurement and commissioning strategies.
• Review and challenge designs to improve buildability, cost efficiency, programme certainty and operational performance.
• Monitor regional project performance against key programme, safety, quality and commercial objectives.
• Work closely with Project Directors and senior management to identify project risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure consistency in MEP delivery standards, processes and reporting across all projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Project Managers, MEP Leads and Engineering teams.
• Oversee procurement activities and ensure timely release of MEP packages and long-lead equipment.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation across the region.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Mentor and develop engineering and project delivery teams to support business growth and succession planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience managing MEP delivery on large-scale mission-critical, data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or similar complex construction projects.
• Proven experience overseeing multiple projects or regional operations simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of design management, procurement, construction delivery, commissioning and project controls.
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing high-performing MEP teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, change control and risk management.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, programming and project sequencing.
• Ability to influence, motivate and provide strategic direction across geographically dispersed project teams.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the region as required.

Package

Typical market salary £105,000–£127,000 per year, depending on experience. Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering critical infrastructure in a high-growth sector. Long-term career progression opportunities and professional development support.

Email lee@cxrecruit.com quoting CXR-111, or upload your CV below.