MEP Manager

Our client in the in Construction Management is looking for an MEP Manager to join them in Bristol on a 15 month contract

Key Responsibilities

Labour & Health & Safety Management

• Manage MEP labour resources to ensure adequate coverage, productivity, and coordination across all services packages.
• Lead and enforce Health & Safety compliance across all MEP activities, ensuring works are carried out in accordance with statutory regulations, RAMS, and site procedures.

Subcontractor & Utilities Management

• Manage and coordinate MEP subcontractors, with particular focus on utilities and specialist systems, including:
  • Gas
  • Water
  • Lifts
  • Life safety support systems
• Monitor subcontractor performance, progress, and quality, ensuring alignment with programme and specifications.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate MEP activities with the wider construction programme, ensuring seamless integration with architectural and structural works.
• Identify and resolve interface issues to prevent delays and rework.

Design Coordination

• Lead MEP design coordination, ensuring design information is reviewed for buildability and fully coordinated across disciplines.
• Manage technical queries, design changes, and consultant interactions to ensure timely resolution.

Commissioning & Handover

• Oversee all commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, balanced, certified, and signed off in line with programme milestones.
• Ensure commissioning documentation, O&M manuals, and certification are complete and ready for handover.

Client Liaison

• Act as the primary point of contact for all MEP-related matters with the client and design team.
• Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and technical issues, supporting a collaborative and transparent working relationship.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an MEP Manager or Senior MEP coordination role within residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, public health, utilities, and life safety systems.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety regulations and construction best practices.