Building Services Lead

Fawkes & Reece Group; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced MEP Lead to coordinate and deliver mechanical, electrical and public health services on a major project. You will oversee MEP subcontractors, align design and installation with the programme, and lead technical meetings to resolve interfaces.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of delivering complex building services on large-scale schemes, strong communication skills, and a working knowledge of health and safety

Qualifications

• Experienced MEP Lead or similar on major projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health services.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and coordination of MEP services across the project.
• Manage and coordinate MEP subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Review and coordinate MEP design information, drawings and specifications.
• Ensure MEP works align with construction programme and other trades.
• Lead technical coordination meetings and manage MEP interfaces.
• Monitor progress, quality and compliance of MEP installation works.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover of building services systems.

Skills

MEP coordination

Project management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Reference: MB17_1792162333
Posted: October 16, 2026

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an MEP Lead to join a leading Tier One construction contractor, supporting the delivery of major and technically complex projects across Hertfordshire.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in the coordination and delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health services, working closely with the project, design, commercial and construction teams to ensure MEP packages are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced MEP Lead to take responsibility for the technical coordination and delivery of MEP services on a major project in Hertfordshire.

The role will involve overseeing MEP subcontractors, coordinating design and installation activities, managing technical interfaces and ensuring building services works remain aligned with the overall construction programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP Manager, MEP Lead, Building Services Manager or Senior MEP professional looking to join a well-established Tier One contractor and work on technically challenging projects.

Responsibilities for the MEP Lead

Lead the delivery and coordination of mechanical, electrical and public health services across the project.

Manage and coordinate MEP subcontractors and specialist contractors.

Review and coordinate MEP design information, drawings, specifications and technical submissions.

Ensure MEP works are fully coordinated with the wider construction programme and other trades.

Lead technical coordination meetings and manage MEP interfaces.

Review and respond to RFIs, technical queries and design development requirements.

Monitor progress, quality and compliance of MEP installation works.

Review subcontractor RAMS, inspection and test plans and quality documentation.

Work closely with design, commercial, procurement and construction teams.

Identify and resolve technical issues, clashes and interface requirements.

Monitor MEP programme performance and support recovery measures where required.

Support testing, commissioning and final handover of building services systems.

Ensure MEP works are delivered in accordance with health & safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Provide regular updates on MEP progress, risks, issues and key deliverables.

Requirements

Previous experience as an MEP Lead, MEP Manager, Building Services Manager, MEP Project Manager or similar.

Good understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health services.

Experience managing MEP subcontractors and specialist contractors.

Strong understanding of MEP design coordination and installation.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and design information.

Experience managing technical interfaces across a complex construction environment.

Strong programme, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Relevant building services or engineering qualification is advantageous.

CSCS and SMSTS certification would be beneficial.

What Our Client Offers

Opportunity to join a leading Tier One construction contractor.

Major and technically challenging project based in Hertfordshire.

Responsibility across significant MEP packages and project interfaces.

Exposure to a highly experienced project and construction team.

Strong long-term project pipeline and career development opportunities.

Opportunity to progress within a well-established construction business.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.