Project Manager in West Drayton, Greater London

MEP Project Manager – Electrical Bias

Location: West Drayton, West London
Salary: £450-£500 per day DOE
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced MEP Project Manager with a strong electrical bias to join a major data centre project in West Drayton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering MEP packages, with a particular focus on electrical fit-out works across white-space/data hall environments.

This role requires someone with a strong electrical background who can drive the programme, manage subcontractors and coordinate effectively with mechanical teams, including those delivering liquid cooling systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee MEP packages, with a primary focus on electrical installations and fit-out.

• Drive electrical works across white-space and data hall areas.

• Manage project programmes, sequencing, progress and delivery milestones.

• Coordinate and manage electrical and mechanical subcontractors.

• Oversee the interface between electrical and mechanical installations.

• Work closely with mechanical teams delivering cooling systems, including liquid cooling.

• Manage RFIs, technical queries, design coordination and project documentation.

• Monitor quality, health and safety, commercial awareness and programme performance.

• Coordinate testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover.

• Lead site progress meetings and liaise with clients, subcontractors and senior project teams.

• Identify potential programme delays and implement solutions to keep works on track.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as an MEP Project Manager or Electrical Project Manager.

• Previous data centre or mission-critical project experience is essential, including transferable environments such as laboratories or pharmaceutical facilities.

• Strong electrical background with experience delivering electrical fit-out packages.

• Experience working within white-space/data hall environments is highly desirable.

• Good understanding of mechanical building services and overall MEP coordination.

• Experience managing multiple subcontractors, project programmes and technical interfaces.

• Ability to drive electrical delivery while overseeing wider MEP activities.

• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

• SMSTS certification.

• CSCS Management Card.

• Relevant electrical engineering or building services qualification.

Package

• £450 - £500 per day, depending on experience.

• Contract position.

• Major data centre project in West Drayton.

• Immediate start available.