MEP Lead – Data Centre Construction
Salary: £110,000–£130,000 + Package
Location: Blyth, England, United Kingdom
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical Construction
Employment: Permanent | Full-time
We are seeking an experienced MEP Lead to oversee Mechanical, Electrical and Building Services delivery on a major data centre construction project in Blyth. This senior leadership role is suited to an experienced MEP professional with a strong technical and commercial background, capable of leading multidisciplinary teams and driving safe, high-quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage Mechanical and Electrical Engineers and Construction Managers.
* Identify and propose design changes to improve cost efficiency, construction sequencing, programme delivery and quality.
* Apply strong commercial awareness to MEP delivery and project decision-making.
* Monitor construction activities to ensure the quality of workmanship and materials meets project specifications.
* Coordinate with the Contracts Manager, Site Engineers and other discipline leads to ensure subcontractors and site personnel receive accurate and timely information.
* Review drawings and specifications to ensure they are understood and correctly implemented.
* Identify design errors, omissions and discrepancies, ensuring these are formally communicated to the design team.
* Oversee MEP coordination, installation sequencing and programme delivery.
* Lead subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones.
* Support commissioning activities and ensure Mechanical and Electrical systems are delivered to the required standards.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.
* Minimum 10 years' experience in MEP construction, including significant leadership responsibility.
* Proven experience managing Mechanical and Electrical systems on large-scale construction projects.
* Strong understanding of MEP coordination, installation sequencing and programme management.
* Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
* Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, installation methodologies and commissioning processes.
* Proven ability to manage subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
* Data centre construction experience is highly desirable.
Package
* Salary of £110,000–£130,000.
* Accommodation provided.
* Rotation arrangements.
* Travel covered.
* Pension.
* Living allowance