Data Centre MEP Manager

Location: Yorkshire, UK 
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MEP Manager to lead the installation, commissioning, and fit-out activities across two large-scale data centre developments in Yorkshire.

This is a unique opportunity to join a major mission-critical construction programme, taking ownership of all Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) works from installation through to testing, commissioning, handover and client acceptance.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring the successful delivery of highly complex technical infrastructure, working closely with project teams, consultants, subcontractors and client stakeholders to deliver world-class facilities safely, on time and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Manage all Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health installations across two concurrent data centre projects.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of MEP works from design coordination through installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved in accordance with programme requirements.
• Monitor and report progress against schedules, budgets and performance targets.
• Drive programme recovery plans where necessary to mitigate delays and project risks.

Installation & Fit-Out Management

• Coordinate multiple specialist subcontractors delivering critical infrastructure packages.
• Manage installation of:
  • HV and LV electrical systems
  • UPS systems
  • Backup generators
  • Chilled water systems
  • CRAC/CRAH units
  • BMS controls
  • Fire detection and suppression systems
  • Security and access control systems
  • Data hall fit-out works
• Ensure all installations comply with project specifications, industry standards and statutory regulations.

Commissioning & Handover

• Lead commissioning planning and execution activities.
• Manage Level 1-5 commissioning processes.
• Coordinate integrated systems testing and witness testing with clients and consultants.
• Ensure all commissioning documentation is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Support operational readiness and successful project handover.

Health, Safety & Quality

• Promote a strong safety-first culture across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with company and client HSE requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and toolbox talks.
• Manage quality assurance processes and ensure works are completed to specification.
• Identify and address non-conformances and quality issues.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary MEP lead for clients, consultants and delivery partners.
• Chair MEP coordination and commissioning meetings.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers and Design Teams.
• Build strong relationships across all project stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on landmark mission-critical data centre developments.
• Competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Clear progression pathway within a growing sector.