JOB TITLE: Senior Project Manager (MEP)
LOCATION: Reading
CONTRACT: Permanent
SALARY: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
Summary
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager (MEP) to lead the delivery of a major project within our operations team, based in Reading.
This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of a large-scale MEP package, from pre-construction through to completion. Reporting into senior operational leadership, you will play a key role in shaping delivery strategy, driving commercial performance, and ensuring successful outcomes for our client.
The role will be primarily site-based, with some flexibility, and will involve regular engagement with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Key deliverables
- Leading the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of a major MEP project
- Driving a strong health & safety culture across all project activities
- Managing programme, cost, and commercial performance to achieve project targets
- Coordinating and leading MEP subcontractors and supply chain partners
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities
- Leading project reporting, forecasting, and governance processes
- Developing and leading a high-performing project team
What we’re looking for
An inspiring and proven leader, with the ability to engage teams, influence stakeholders, and deliver results in a complex project environment.
Someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and takes ownership, with the drive to deliver successful outcomes while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.
- Strong experience delivering MEP / building services packages on major construction projects
- Proven leadership of project teams and specialist subcontractors
- Strong focus on health, safety, and quality standards
- Ability to manage commercial performance, risk, and programme delivery
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Relevant mechanical or electrical qualification (or equivalent)
Benefits
- Car/Car allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days
- Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
- Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance
- Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
- Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
