Senior MEP Project Manager

An opportunity for a senior MEP professional to step into a technically led, client-facing position within a main contracting environment. This role is pre-construction focused , working closely with bid teams and senior stakeholders rather than managing day-to-day site operations.

You will act as the MEP technical authority , supporting tendering activities, engaging with clients early, and challenging subcontractor proposals to ensure the most efficient, compliant, and value-driven solutions are adopted.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the MEP input during pre-construction and tender stages
• Work closely with estimating, commercial, and design teams on live bids
• Engage directly with clients, consultants, and stakeholders during bid development
• Review MEP designs, specifications, and subcontractor proposals
• Challenge subcontractors on methodology, sequencing, and technical approach
• Propose alternative solutions to improve buildability, programme, cost, or performance
• Provide expert guidance on MEP strategy, risk, and value engineering
• Support transition from pre-construction into delivery where required
• Maintain a high standard of technical compliance, quality, and professionalism

Requirements

• Strong background as a Senior MEP Project Manager within main contracting
• Proven experience working on large-scale commercial or infrastructure schemes
• Solid pre-construction experience including tenders and early client engagement
• Deep technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical systems
• Confident challenging subcontractors and defending technical decisions
• Experience reviewing designs from RIBA Stage 4 onwards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate autonomously as a technical lead