MEP Project Manager

Exciting Opportunity: MEP Project/Contracts Manager

Location: Scotland

Job Type: Full-time permanent

Our client, a highly respected name in UK Construction, well-regarded for their commitment to staff development is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to work on large-scale public building projects.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and motivate a project team of managers and specialists.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing work culture.
• Provide mentoring and performance management support.

Project Governance & Reporting:

• Monitor project progress and align it with business objectives.
• Prepare and present internal and external project updates.
• Lead regular project reviews to maintain accountability.

Commercial & Contract Management:

• Manage project budgets, cost control, and procurement processes.
• Oversee supplier relationships and ensure contractual compliance.
• Maximize resource efficiency and cost recovery.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Promote a “Zero Harm” safety culture.
• Conduct site safety reviews and support incident investigations.

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure project quality aligns with client expectations.
• Lead initiatives for efficiency and productivity improvements.

Digital & Data Leadership:

• Advocate for digital tools in construction
• Train teams on relevant digital platforms.

Qualifications & Skills

Essential:

• Proven experience leading large-scale MEP projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract forms and commercial management.
• Effective communicator at all levels.
• Skilled in budget and resource management.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to project management.

Desirable:

• BSc/MSc in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Membership in professional bodies
• Certifications: APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and project management tools.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.