MEP Manager

Employment Type

Contract or Permanent

Sector

Data Centres / Mission-Critical Construction

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEP Manager to oversee the mechanical, electrical and public health delivery of a major data centre project in the Frankfurt region.

The successful candidate will manage the coordination, installation, testing and handover of complex MEP systems, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme and in accordance with the required technical and quality standards.

The role requires strong experience managing specialist subcontractors and coordinating closely with construction, design, commercial, planning, quality and commissioning teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of all mechanical, electrical and public health packages.
• Coordinate MEP works with architectural, civil, structural and commissioning activities.
• Manage mechanical and electrical subcontractors, supervisors and package managers.
• Review MEP designs, specifications, drawings, technical submissions and coordination models.
• Identify design clashes, technical risks and constructability issues before installation.
• Ensure MEP works are delivered in line with the construction programme and project milestones.
• Monitor subcontractor progress, productivity, quality and resource levels.
• Lead MEP coordination, progress and technical meetings.
• Develop short‑term programmes, look‑ahead schedules and recovery plans.
• Coordinate procurement, delivery and installation of major plant and equipment.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications and applicable German regulations.
• Review risk assessments, method statements, inspection plans and commissioning documentation.
• Work closely with the HSE team to maintain safe systems of work.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, snagging and quality‑control activities.
• Manage interfaces between construction, energisation, testing and commissioning.
• Support the development and implementation of the commissioning programme.
• Ensure systems are completed, tested and handed over in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain accurate progress reports, technical records and handover documentation.
• Support commercial teams with variations, change management and subcontractor performance.
• Attend client meetings and provide clear updates on MEP progress, risks and priorities.
• Drive a collaborative and accountable culture across the MEP delivery team.
• Candidate Requirements
• Proven experience as an MEP Manager, Building Services Manager or Senior MEP Package Manager.
• Strong experience delivering data centre, mission‑critical or technically complex construction projects.
• Good technical understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience managing major MEP subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, programmes and coordination models.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Experience working with planning teams and managing programme risks.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Experience delivering projects in Germany or mainland Europe is highly desirable.
• Understanding of German AÜG regulations and compliant workforce arrangements would be advantageous.
• Relevant mechanical, electrical, building services or engineering qualification.
• Fluent English is required; German language skills would be beneficial.
• Technical Experience
• Candidates should have experience with several of the following systems:
• High‑voltage and low‑voltage electrical distribution
• Transformers, switchgear and substations
• UPS systems and battery energy storage
• Standby generators and fuel systems
• Mechanical cooling and chilled‑water systems
• Air‑handling and ventilation systems
• Building management and controls systems
• Fire alarm and fire‑suppression systems
• Public health and drainage systems
• Security, access control and telecommunications
• Testing, commissioning and integrated systems testing
• Phased delivery within an operational data centre campus.
• Managing MEP packages from design coordination through commissioning.
• Energisation and integrated systems testing.
• Client‑facing delivery for international data centre operators.
• Experience managing local and international subcontractors.
• Personal Attributes
• Strong technical and operational leader.
• Safety‑focused and quality‑driven.
• Highly organised and delivery‑focused.
• Commercially aware.
• Confident managing subcontractors and resolving technical issues.
• Able to work effectively in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Collaborative, accountable and solutions‑focused.
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