MEP Manager - Data Centre

Leap29; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation support

Relocation assistance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced MEP Manager to lead the mechanical, electrical, and public health elements of a significant data centre project in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This high-stakes role demands a strong leader with a deep understanding of mission-critical systems to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Your responsibilities will include managing the full project lifecycle, coordinating with design teams, and monitoring project progress. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in MEP management, especially in data centre or industrial settings, and should be fluent in English.

Attractive benefits include competitive salary, accommodation support, and opportunities for career development within a high-performing international contractor.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an MEP Manager or Lead.
• Experience with data centre or high-tech projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of UPS, LV/MV, BMS, HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Mechanical and Electrical packages.
• Coordinate with design consultants and project managers.
• Oversee quality assurance and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical systems expertise

Project lifecycle management

Stakeholder management

Fluency in English

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced MEP Manager to lead the mechanical, electrical, and public health elements on a major data centre project in The Netherlands. This is a technically complex and fast-paced build, requiring a strong leader with a deep understanding of mission-critical systems and high-quality delivery.

Working for a global construction contractor, you’ll play a key role in managing subcontractors, interfacing with design teams, and ensuring that all MEP systems are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Mechanical and Electrical packages across the full project lifecycle

• Coordinate with design consultants and BIM teams to ensure buildability and system integration

• Lead MEP subcontractor meetings and interface with site and project managers

• Monitor progress against programme, identify delays, and implement recovery plans

• Oversee quality assurance, inspections, testing and commissioning of MEP systems

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Support commercial teams with variations, valuations, and progress reports

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years' experience as an MEP Manager or MEP Lead

• Proven experience on data centre, high-tech, or industrial projects

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems (UPS, LV/MV, BMS, HVAC, etc.)

• Ability to manage subcontractors and liaise with multiple stakeholders

• Fluent English essential; Dutch language skills highly desirable

• EU passport or valid Dutch work permit required

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to deliver one of Germany’s most high-profile data centre builds

• Competitive salary and long-term project pipeline across Europe

• Accommodation support and relocation assistance available

• Work with a high-performing international contractor with career development potential

If you feel you have the right experience, please feel free to apply.