MEP Manager

Thatcher Associates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local construction contractor in the Channel Islands is seeking an experienced MEP Manager to oversee the delivery of complex building services. You will lead the project focusing on mechanical, electrical and public health activities, ensuring quality and compliance while managing multiple subcontractors. This role requires a strong technical background and experience in delivering significant MEP components such as leisure centres and wellness facilities. The position offers an all-in salary package within a unique living environment.

Benefits

High quality of life in the Channel Islands

Low tax status enhancing earnings

All-in salary package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an MEP Manager or Building Services Manager on complex projects.
• Background in delivering buildings with significant MEP components.
• Recognised trade or technical qualification in relevant engineering fields.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full MEP scope on a large, services-heavy project.
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants and specialist subcontractors.
• Review drawings, technical submissions and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with programme, quality and safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to the wider site team.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and integration of specialist systems.

Skills

Experience in MEP management

Coordination with subcontractors

Technical compliance knowledge

Leadership in project environments

Education

Trade or technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering

Job description

MEP Manager - Contractor - Channel Islands

Significant Building Project with Complex MEP Requirements

Thatcher Associates are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established local construction contractor in the Channel Islands. We are seeking an experienced MEP Manager to lead the building services delivery on a major development featuring complex systems such as swimming pools, spa areas, saunas and leisure‑facility installations.

The Role

You will take responsibility for all mechanical, electrical and public health activities on this technically demanding project. This includes early‑stage design coordination, managing specialist subcontractors, ensuring quality and compliance, resolving technical challenges and supporting commissioning and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full MEP scope on a large, services‑heavy project
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants and specialist subcontractors
• Review drawings, technical submissions and specifications
• Ensure compliance with programme, quality and safety requirements
• Provide technical guidance to the wider site team
• Oversee testing, commissioning and integration of specialist systems

About You

• Proven experience as an MEP Manager or Building Services Manager on complex, services‑led projects
• Background in delivering buildings with significant MEP components such as leisure centres, pools, wellness facilities, healthcare or large commercial schemes
• Recognised trade or technical qualification in mechanical, electrical or building services engineering
• Confident managing multiple subcontractors and navigating technical challenges
• Collaborative, well organised and effective within a structured project environment

Additional Considerations

Due to local immigration and work permit requirements, this position is generally more suitable for applicants who hold a British passport.

Why the Channel Islands?

The Channel Islands offer a high quality of life, a friendly and secure community and beautiful coastal surroundings. The islands also benefit from a low tax status, which can enhance overall earning potential. The salary for this role is offered as an all‑in package.

If you have the experience to deliver complex MEP works and would like to explore opportunities in the Channel Islands, we would be pleased to speak with you.

Apply in confidence or contact Thatcher Associates for more information.