MEP Programmer

  • 1st Step
  • Grays, Essex
  • Nov 18, 2025
Full time Construction Architect and Design

Job Description

1st Step Solutions are supporting a building services engineering company who have an opportunity for MEP Programmers based in Grays, Essex.

Our client delivers Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing solutions across commercial, industrial and residential sectors.

Job Overview
responsible for producing and maintaining detailed project programmes for all Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing activities across multiple projects. This role ensures that works are accurately sequenced, properly resourced, and fully coordinated with design, procurement and site operations.

Key Responsibilities
Create fully integrated MEP construction programmes using Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or MS Project
Break down engineering packages into manageable activities with logical sequencing and dependencies
Develop procurement schedules aligned with the master programme
Incorporate design and drawing release timelines into programme
Ensure MEP sequencing aligns with architectural, structural and specialist contractor activities
Attend weekly progress and coordination meetings
Monitor actual site progress against planned timelines
Update programmes with real-time data and issue weekly/monthly reports
Identify delays, risks and opportunities early and provide mitigation strategies
Produce S-curve reports, manpower histograms and productivity tracking where required

Skills & Experience Required
Experience in MEP programming within construction or building services
Proficiency in one or more: Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, MS Project
Ability to analyse drawings, schedules and specifications
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
Proven experience in a programming/planning role within the MEP industry
Desirable
Experience with BIM / 4D planning or Navisworks
Understanding of commercial impacts of programme changes (delays, variations)
CSCS card or relevant site-safety certification.

Qualifications
Degree or technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (preferred)

Full package available