MEP Project Manager (Pre-Construction)

AllSite Staffing; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AllSite Staffing is seeking an experienced MEP Pre-Construction Project Manager to lead early-stage delivery of large-scale energy, data centre and industrial projects across Ireland and Europe.

You will oversee feasibility studies, design reviews, cost estimates, tendering, and risk management while coordinating with contractors, consultants and internal teams. The role requires a degree in engineering and 10+ years in MEP pre-construction, with hybrid work from Wicklow.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering (MEP) is required
• 10+ years experience in MEP pre-construction, design or project engineering
• Background in energy, data centre or industrial projects is highly desirable
• Able to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong cost estimation and tendering experience
• Hybrid working location: Wicklow

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pre-construction activities across multiple projects
• Coordinate feasibility studies, technical assessments and design reviews
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants and stakeholders to develop project strategies
• Prepare and review tender documents, cost estimates and schedules
• Identify risks and opportunities early and implement mitigations
• Support bid submissions and help secure new projects
• Oversee value engineering to optimise cost, quality and programme
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior engineers
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers and external partners to progress projects

Skills

10+ years MEP pre-construction

Stakeholder management

Tendering & cost estimation

Project scheduling

Technical leadership

Education

Engineering degree (MEP)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced MEP Pre - Construction Project Manager to join a growing and dynamic engineering team delivering complex, large-scale projects across the energy, data centre, and industrial sectors.

This role offers the chance to work on high-profile, landmark developments throughout Ireland and Europe, contributing at the early and critical stages of project delivery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead and manage pre-construction activities across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client and project requirements
• Coordinate feasibility studies, technical assessments, and design reviews
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to develop robust project strategies
• Prepare and review tender documentation, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Identify risks and opportunities at early project stages and implement mitigation strategies
• Support bid submissions and contribute to securing new project opportunities
• Oversee value engineering processes to optimise cost, quality, and programme outcomes
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior engineers and project teams
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and external partners to ensure smooth project progression

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Engineering - (Mechanical/ Building Services / Electrical )
• 10 years plus experience in MEP pre-construction, design, or project engineering
• Strong background in energy, data centre, or industrial projects is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong commercial awareness and experience with cost estimation and tendering
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Location Co. Wicklow / Hybrid