Senior MEP Project Manager

Project Manager

About the Role

Join a leading engineering and construction organisation delivering complex, high-profile projects across sectors including Data Centres, Advanced Technology, Life Sciences, and Fire Protection.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, safety-focused environment where innovation, quality, and professional development are at the heart of every project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Manage site health and safety in collaboration with the project team and Safety Advisor, including the setup and close-out of safety documentation.
• Oversee project quality assurance processes, including QA documentation and handover.
• Manage project programmes and schedules in line with client requirements and project milestones.
• Control project costs, including labour, materials, plant, equipment, variations, and valuations.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, monitoring progress, manpower, and programme compliance through regular review meetings.
• Manage snagging, inspections, and project close-out activities, including punch lists, O&M manuals, safety files, QA files, and final accounts.
• Produce weekly internal and external progress reports, highlighting project status, risks, delays, and completion percentages.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure all subcontractor documentation is current and compliant.
• Prepare weekly safety statistics and labour forecasts.
• Work closely with the commercial team to manage change control, variations, costs, and programme impacts.
• Attend client, design, planning, coordination, engineering, and project review meetings.
• Support the development and implementation of project procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out any other duties associated with the successful delivery of the project.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 9 years' experience in a Project Manager or similar role within engineering or construction.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, commercial management, and site operations.
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety and quality management processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.