MEP Pre-Construction Manager

Build Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking a Pre-Construction MEP Manager to oversee a major London project portfolio. You will manage in-house building services and coordinate MEP design consultants through design and pre-construction stages to align with project and commercial objectives.

The successful candidate will bring a strong background in MEP/building services, proven experience managing consultants, excellent communication, and a commercial mindset to drive design efficiency, cost control

Qualifications

• Strong background in MEP/building services, with developer/contractor/consultancy experience.
• Proven experience managing consultants and pre-construction processes.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Commercially aware with strong technical insight.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MEP consultants through design and pre-construction stages.
• Oversee design reviews and ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Work closely with internal development and project teams to drive design efficiency and cost control.
• Support procurement and provide technical input during tender stages.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and innovation.

Skills

MEP coordination

Pre-construction management

Design review

Cost control

Tender input

Stakeholder management

Job description

Pre-Construction MEP Manager

Location: London
Type: Permanent

I’m working with a leading London developer who are looking to appoint an experienced Pre-Construction MEP Manager to oversee their in-house building services function across several major schemes.

The role will focus on managing MEP design consultants and taking control of pre-construction workflows, ensuring all technical designs align with project, commercial, and delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate MEP consultants through design and pre-construction stages
• Oversee design reviews and ensure compliance with project specifications and standards
• Work closely with internal development and project teams to drive design efficiency and cost control
• Support procurement and provide technical input during tender stages
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and innovation

About You:

• Strong background in MEP/building services, ideally from a developer, contractor, or consultancy background
• Proven experience managing consultants and pre-construction processes
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Commercially aware with strong technical insight