MEP Project Manager

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Project Lead for a £30m mechanical works package on a significant construction project in Central London. The successful candidate will oversee both mechanical and electrical works while managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards. The role offers a freelance rate and approximately 20 months of work.

Qualifications

• Experience managing MEP projects, preferably in large-scale construction.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and project delivery.
• Ability to liaise effectively with contractors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of the £30m mechanical package.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors and ensure compliance.
• Act as main contact for mechanical works.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Health and safety compliance

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Project Lead

Our client is a Tier 1 main contractor operating across the country delivering complex large-scale construction schemes. They cover a diverse range of sectors including commercial, education, retail, residential / hotels, infrastructure, civil engineering, technology, pharmaceuticals and everything in between. They are about to commence the delivery of a major £100m+ new build and cut & carve refurbishment project in Central London. The project will comprise the full refurbishments of a 35-storey commercial building, the construction of a new 16-storey building adjacent to the existing structure and the joining of the two structures to comprise one new single space which will include commercial offices, retail, leisure and mixed-use space.

We are seeking the MEP Project Lead to join the senior delivery team on the project. The role will oversee both mechanical and electrical works but the mechanical works package is £30m+ and is the larger and more complex of the two packages. We are therefore seeking an MEP Project Manager with a mechanical bias.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the £30m mechanical package, ensuring alignment with project programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Manage and coordinate all mechanical subcontractors, ensuring compliance with design, specification, and health & safety regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact for mechanical works, liaising with internal teams, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives.
• Review and manage mechanical design, ensuring timely issue resolution and coordination with other trades.
• Monitor installation progress against programme, identifying and resolving delays or interface issues.
• Ensure all mechanical systems are commissioned in line with project requirements and handed over correctly.
• Track and report on progress, cost, risks, and changes related to the mechanical scope.
• Support commercial team in valuing variations, approving payments, and managing subcontractor accounts.
• Attend and chair mechanical coordination meetings, producing reports and action trackers as required.
• Drive safety, quality, and compliance across all mechanical works on site.

Project details

They offer the role on a freelance / day rate basis, approximate duration 20 months.

Employment terms

Negotiable daily rate.