Data Centre MEP Lead – On‑Site Blyth, £120k+ Benefits

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment; Blyth; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Rotation

Tax-free allowances

Job summary

LJ.B & Co. Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced MEP Lead for an on-site role in Blyth, Northumberland.

You will oversee the full lifecycle of MEP systems for a data centre, coordinating with design teams and subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with project requirements. The role requires a degree-level qualification and 10+ years of experience on large-scale construction projects, including data centres, with valid UK work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Requires degree-level qualification or equivalent trades background.
• 10+ years experience on large-scale construction projects including Data Centres.
• UK Passport or right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems for data centres.
• Coordinate with designers, consultants and subcontractors to review drawings and resolve technical queries.
• Lead on-site MEP work, inspections, safety and programme adherence.
• Manage MEP sequencing and interfaces with architectural, structural and commissioning teams.
• Direct testing, commissioning and handover to meet data centre operational standards.

Skills

MEP knowledge

Design coordination

Site management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

LJ.B & Co. Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced MEP Lead for an on-site role in Blyth, Northumberland.

You will oversee the full lifecycle of MEP systems for a data centre, coordinating with design teams and subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with project requirements. The role requires a degree-level qualification and 10+ years of experience on large-scale construction projects, including data centres, with valid UK work eligibility.