Posted: 9h ago
The role
MEICA Manager – Water Industry
A leading tier-1 engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking for a MEICA Manager to oversee the delivery of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works across a portfolio of major clean water projects.
Working across the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning and handover, you will provide technical leadership, delivery oversight, and team management to ensure MEICA works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Why Apply?
* Senior leadership role within a growing MEICA delivery team
* Opportunity to lead complex water industry projects
* Strong pipeline of secured long-term work
* Clear progression into senior delivery and programme leadership roles
* Supportive environment with strong engineering teams
Duties for MEICA Manager
* Oversee delivery of MEICA works across multiple projects from design through to commissioning and handover
* Provide technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, ICA and control systems delivery
* Ensure buildability of designs and promote value engineering opportunities
* Manage MEICA teams and coordinate with civil engineering and delivery teams
* Lead programme, cost, risk, and resource management across assigned projects
* Oversee procurement and performance of subcontractors and supply chain partners
* Ensure quality systems are in place, including commissioning plans, ITPs, and handover documentation
* Manage NEC contract delivery requirements, including risk and change control
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all activities
* Interface with clients, designers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives
Qualifications & Experience for MEICA Manager
* Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Proven experience in a MEICA Project Manager, MEICA Manager, or Senior Delivery role within the water or regulated infrastructure sector
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and framework delivery
* Knowledge of WIMES standards and water industry compliance requirements
* SMSTS, CSCS, EUSR (desirable)
GRS (Gearing Recruitment Solutions) specialises in recruiting MEICA, Engineering, Project Delivery, and Commercial professionals across the UK water, wastewater, and infrastructure sectors, including AMP framework delivery, pumping station upgrades, treatment works, and major capital programmes
