M&E Project Manager – Data Centre
📍 Location: Essex, UK
💼 Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
💰 Salary: Competitive salary + package + car allowance
🕓 Start Date: ASAP
🏗️ Company: Tier 1 Main Contractor
Overview
We are seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager to join a Tier 1 main contractor delivering a world-leading data centre project in Essex.
This is a permanent opportunity to manage the full mechanical and electrical scope on one of the most advanced, mission-critical data centres ever built, designed to host the world’s fastest supercomputer.
The successful candidate will oversee the M&E delivery from design coordination through to installation, commissioning, and client handover, ensuring excellence across quality, safety, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the M&E project delivery for a hyperscale, mission-critical data centre.
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Coordinate the integration of mechanical (HVAC, cooling systems) and electrical (LV/MV power, UPS, generators) systems.
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Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring safety, technical compliance, and high-quality standards.
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Manage project delivery against programme, budget, and specification requirements.
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Chair coordination meetings with internal design, commercial, and site teams.
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Ensure full MEP design coordination with consultants and suppliers.
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Support testing, commissioning, and validation to meet uptime and performance criteria.
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Provide technical leadership and mentorship to M&E engineers and supervisors.
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Report regularly to senior management and the Project Director on progress, risks, and milestones.
Candidate Requirements
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Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
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Proven experience as an M&E Project Manager, ideally with a Tier 1 main contractor.
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Strong track record delivering data centres, mission-critical, or high-tech projects.
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In-depth understanding of HVAC, power distribution, UPS, and MEP systems.
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Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
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Ability to work effectively under pressure on fast-paced, technically demanding projects.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary + comprehensive package + car allowance
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Permanent opportunity on a flagship infrastructure project in Essex
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Chance to work with world-leading engineers, clients, and technology partners
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Excellent career development and progression within a Tier 1 main contractor
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Exposure to the latest in data centre and high-performance M&E innovation
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced M&E Project Manager looking to take on a career-defining project, click Apply Now or contact Georgia Joslyn for a confidential conversation