MEP Lead - Data Centre Construction

Sustainable Infrastructure; Manchester; On-site; GBP 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Infrastructure in the UK is seeking an experienced MEP Lead to manage the mechanical and electrical scope on a major data centre construction project. This senior site-based role requires strong leadership, technical excellence and coordination across design, engineering and subcontractors to deliver safely and on programme.

You will work closely with the Contracts Manager and site teams to resolve technical issues, review drawings, and drive installation through to commissioning,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• ≥10 years experience in MEP construction and project delivery.
• Proven leadership leading MEP teams on large-scale projects.
• Strong experience managing mechanical and electrical packages and installation coordination.
• Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, site-based environments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP delivery teams including engineers and construction managers.
• Oversee MEP coordination, installation sequencing and programme delivery.
• Coordinate with Contracts Manager, site engineers and design teams.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and monitor progress and safety.
• Ensure installations comply with drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Review drawings for clashes and coordinate design changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and schedule.
• Support planning, installation, testing and commissioning through to handover.
• Report progress and risks to senior management.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Building services

Leadership

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Construction coordination

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services Engineering

Job description

MEP Lead - Data Centre Construction

• Location: Blyth
• Sector: Data Centres / Mission-Critical Infrastructure
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Working Pattern: Site-based, with a 10/4 rotation available
• Salary: Circa £120,000 / €140,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MEP Lead to join a major data centre construction project in the UK. This is a senior site-based leadership position responsible for overseeing the delivery of mechanical and electrical works, managing engineering and construction teams, and ensuring that all MEP activities are coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. The successful candidate will work closely with the Contracts Manager, Site Engineers, discipline leads and specialist subcontractors to drive programme performance, resolve technical issues and coordinate installation through to commissioning. This opportunity would suit an experienced MEP professional with a strong background in large-scale construction projects, excellent leadership skills and the ability to manage complex mechanical and electrical packages within a demanding project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Construction Managers and wider MEP delivery teams.
• Oversee MEP coordination, installation sequencing and programme delivery across the project.
• Coordinate closely with the Contracts Manager, Site Engineers, design teams and other discipline leads to ensure efficient project execution.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams, monitoring progress, productivity and performance.
• Ensure mechanical and electrical installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, project standards and quality requirements.
• Monitor workmanship, materials and installation methods to maintain high standards of quality and safety.
• Review technical drawings and specifications, identifying design clashes, discrepancies and potential installation issues.
• Work with design teams and project stakeholders to resolve technical queries and coordinate design changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, construction methodology, programme performance and installation quality.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and proactively address delays, constraints and coordination issues.
• Support the planning, installation, testing and commissioning of MEP systems through to project completion and handover.
• Ensure compliance with project procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant technical standards.
• Provide regular progress updates and report key issues, risks and performance matters to senior project management.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience within MEP construction and project delivery.
• Proven experience leading MEP teams on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong experience managing both mechanical and electrical packages, including installation coordination and programme delivery.
• Demonstrable leadership experience managing engineers, construction personnel and specialist subcontractors.
• Strong technical understanding of MEP systems, construction methodologies, installation sequencing and commissioning processes.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, identifying design issues and coordinating solutions across multiple disciplines.
• Strong communication, coordination, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, site-based construction environment and drive delivery against demanding project deadlines.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience delivering data centre, hyperscale or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating complex MEP installations within high-value, technically demanding construction environments.
• Familiarity with commissioning requirements, system integration, quality assurance and project handover.
• Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors and specialist MEP subcontractors