Senior MEP Project Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection • Permanent / Full-time • Berkshire, Berkshire, GB • £100,000 - £110,000 / year • 1w ago

Job Sectors/Project Types: Rail, Transport & Aviation

JOB ROLE: Senior MEP Project Manager

LOCATION: Heathrow Airport

SALARY: Up to £110,000 + Package

What are we looking for?

A Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Heating (MEPH) Project Manager for a £40m Project at Heathrow Airport who must balance high-level technical expertise with the ability to navigate a "mission-critical", highly regulated, and live operational environment.

Core Technical & Operational Capabilities

Live Operational Integration: The ability to plan and implement complex MEP works within a live airport environment while ensuring minimal disruption to passenger flow and airport operations.
Full Lifecycle Management: Expertise in managing the entire MEP package from pre-construction and design (RIBA stages) through to installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover.
Safety & Compliance Mastery: In-depth knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, Building Safety Act, and aviation-specific security protocols.
Systems Expertise: Proficiency in overseeing diverse technical packages, including:
HV/LV electrical systems and IT networks.
Fire and life safety systems to British Standards.
HVAC and Public Health

Strategic & Commercial Leadership

Financial Acumen: Accountability for substantial budgets £40m, including cost planning, procurement strategy, and value engineering to ensure delivery within budget.
Contractual Expertise: Significant experience with NEC Contract (NEC4C on this project), including contract administration, change control, and risk mitigation.
Stakeholder Management: The ability to align diverse and often conflicting interests between internal Heathrow functions, external contractors, Heathrow Engineering Maintenance Team and other existing MEPH stakeholders.
Project Controls: Proficiency in managing advanced project management tools primavera P6 in this instance for detailed programme planning and earned value management.

Essential Qualifications & Professional Status

Professional Accreditation: Often requires Chartered Professional status (e.g., MCIBSE, CEng, MAPM) and an MEP-related degree are desirable.
Industry Experience: Typically, 5–10 years of management experience in the M&E industry, with a proven track record on flagship or "megaprojects".
Aviation Specifics: Possession of (or eligibility for) an Airside Pass and a valid SMSTS safety Qualification

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