MEP Manager

MEP Manager – Design & Technical Assurance

Location: West London area

PSR is currently working with a leading main contractor to recruit an experienced MEP Manager for a technically demanding construction project. Our client delivers complex schemes and is seeking a building services professional with a strong emphasis on design coordination, technical review, and site inspections.

This role would suit an MEP Manager who is confident interrogating detailed subcontractor designs, ensuring technical compliance, and maintaining high-quality installation standards throughout delivery.

The Role

As MEP Manager, you will take ownership of the mechanical and electrical elements of the project from a technical and quality perspective. You will work closely with design teams, specialist subcontractors, and site management to ensure that building services designs are fully coordinated, technically robust, and correctly installed on site.

This position places a strong emphasis on design understanding, inspections, and technical problem-solving, rather than purely programme or commercial management.

Key Responsibilities

Review, manage, and coordinate detailed MEP designs produced by specialist subcontractors

Ensure all building services designs meet technical, regulatory, and employer's requirements

Lead technical workshops and design reviews with consultants and supply chain partners

Carry out regular site inspections to verify quality, compliance, and buildability

Identify and resolve technical issues before they impact programme or quality

Support commissioning, testing, and handover of building services systems

Work closely with construction teams to ensure designs are delivered as intended

Candidate Requirements

Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering

Proven experience in an MEP Manager, Technical Services Manager, or similar role

Excellent understanding of detailed MEP design, coordination, and specifications

Experience reviewing subcontractor design packages in a main contractor environment

Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards

Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence technically

Full right to work in the UK

Personal Attributes

Highly technical and detail-oriented

Comfortable working at design depth rather than high-level coordination only

Proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Strong inspection and quality-control approach

Able to work collaboratively across design and delivery teams

Package & Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Travel allowance

Long-term, stable workload on technically interesting projects

Supportive team environment with clear career progression

PSR is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process