MEP Project Manager

Roles and Responsibilities:
Manage and administer the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and, where required, Builder’s works. This includes proactively managing key project activities, coordination, and milestones across commercial, planning, engineering, construction, commissioning and handover stages, under limited supervision.
The role requires early problem identification and resolution to avoid impact on programme, along with effective interface management with other disciplines to ensure successful project delivery.

Reporting to Kevin Teer – Operations Manager

Key Objectives

• Manage and lead all MEP works.
• Interface with a multidisciplinary project team to advise, integrate and fully coordinate MEP works within the overall construction process.
• Act as the primary interface with the client on all MEP-related matters.
• Plan, organise and monitor all phases of the works, including planning, engineering, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure works are constructed in accordance with contract documents, drawings and specifications.
• In conjunction with the Commercial Team, lead and manage commercial and financial aspects to maximise project return.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with the Project Safety Plan.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with the Project Quality Plan.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Technical Oversight

• Develop, review and approve MEP design plans, drawings and technical submissions.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, relevant standards and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants and engineers to resolve design and technical issues.
• Manage the integration of MEP systems with architectural and structural elements.
• Implement, where practicable, the company prefabrication strategy.

Coordination and Collaboration

• Coordinate works between MEP subcontractors, main contractors, architects and other stakeholders.
• Organise and chair MEP coordination meetings, including BIM clash detection reviews.
• Ensure correct sequencing of MEP activities in line with overall project milestones.

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Develop detailed MEP schedules aligned with the main construction programme.
• Monitor progress of MEP works and implement corrective actions where required.
• Identify, forecast and mitigate potential delays and bottlenecks.

Budget and Cost Control

• Forecast, monitor and control MEP project costs.
• Review and approve subcontractor valuations, variations and change orders.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.

Procurement and Resource Management

• Manage procurement of MEP materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Track material delivery schedules and ensure timely availability on site.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier and subcontractor performance.

Quality Assurance and Control

• Ensure all MEP installations meet contractual quality standards and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with current SHTMs for Healthcare projects (where applicable).
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and quality reviews.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and handover of all MEP systems.

Risk and Safety Management

• Identify MEP-related risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure full compliance with MEP health and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Pressure Systems Regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Gas Safe regulations.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required.

Communication and Reporting

• Act as the main point of contact for all MEP-related matters.
• Provide regular progress and performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, records and reports.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, manage and motivate MEP teams and subcontractors.
• Promote collaboration and maintain a positive and productive working environment.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship as required.

Additional Specific Responsibilities (Large/Complex Projects)

• Implement and manage Building Information Modelling (BIM) for MEP coordination.
• Oversee sustainability and energy efficiency requirements (e.g. LEED).
• Manage integration of intelligent building systems, including BMS, fire alarms and access control.

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