MEP Project Manager (Elecbias) - Data Centre, West Drayton (Direct)

DT Source Limited; Stockley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DT Source Limited seeks an experienced MEP Project Manager with a strong electrical bias to lead electrical fit-out works on a major data centre project in West Drayton. You will manage and coordinate MEP packages, drive electrical delivery and ensure interfaces with mechanical teams are seamless.

The role requires proven data centre or mission-critical project experience, a strong electrical background, and the ability to lead subcontractors and drive progress against the programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an MEP Project Manager or Electrical Project Manager.
• Data centre or mission-critical project experience is essential.
• Strong electrical background with experience delivering electrical fit-out packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage MEP packages with a focus on electrical installations and fit-out.
• Drive electrical works across white-space and data hall areas.
• Manage project programmes, sequencing, progress and milestones.
• Coordinate and manage electrical and mechanical subcontractors.
• Oversee interface between electrical and mechanical installations.
• Work with mechanical teams delivering cooling systems, including liquid cooling.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, design coordination and project documentation.
• Monitor quality, health and safety, commercial awareness and programme performance.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover.
• Lead site progress meetings and liaise with clients and senior project teams.
• Identify potential programme delays and implement solutions to keep works on track.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Electrical background

Data centre experience

Education

Electrical engineering / building services qualification

Job description

MEP Project Manager - Electrical Bias

Location: West Drayton, West London

Salary: £80,000-£95,000 DOE

Job Type: Permanent - PAYE

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced MEP Project Manager with a strong electrical bias to join a major data centre project in West Drayton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering MEP packages, with a particular focus on electrical fit-out works across white-space/data hall environments.

This role requires someone with a strong electrical background who can drive the programme, manage subcontractors and coordinate effectively with mechanical teams, including those delivering liquid cooling systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee MEP packages, with a primary focus on electrical installations and fit-out.
• Drive electrical works across white-space and data hall areas.
• Manage project programmes, sequencing, progress and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate and manage electrical and mechanical subcontractors.
• Oversee the interface between electrical and mechanical installations.
• Work closely with mechanical teams delivering cooling systems, including liquid cooling.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, design coordination and project documentation.
• Monitor quality, health and safety, commercial awareness and programme performance.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover.
• Lead site progress meetings and liaise with clients, subcontractors and senior project teams.
• Identify potential programme delays and implement solutions to keep works on track.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as an MEP Project Manager or Electrical Project Manager.
• Previous data centre or mission-critical project experience is essential, including transferable environments such as laboratories or pharmaceutical facilities.
• Strong electrical background with experience delivering electrical fit-out packages.
• Experience working within white-space/data hall environments is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of mechanical building services and overall MEP coordination.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors, project programmes and technical interfaces.
• Ability to drive electrical delivery while overseeing wider MEP activities.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• SMSTS certification.
• CSCS Management Card.
• Relevant electrical engineering or building services qualification.

Package

• £80,000-£95,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Permanent PAYE position.
• Major data centre project in West Drayton.
• Immediate start available