Permanent On-site Infrastructure

MEP Project Manager (Mechanical Bias) – Defence Projects

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager (Mechanical Bias) to join a growing delivery team supporting high-profile defence and secure infrastructure projects in and around Reading.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong mechanical project professional to lead the successful delivery of complex MEP packages within highly regulated and security-sensitive environments.

You will take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, quality, compliance and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circle Lead and manage the delivery of mechanical and MEP packages across defence sector projects.
  • check_circle Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design consultants, subcontractors and client stakeholders.
  • check_circle Manage programme, procurement, commercial performance and project risk.
  • check_circle Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health & safety, quality and security requirements.
  • check_circle Drive project progress through planning, reporting and stakeholder engagement.
  • check_circle Oversee commissioning, testing and handover activities.
  • check_circle Monitor and manage project budgets, change control and cost forecasting.
  • check_circle Maintain compliance with all applicable industry and defence standards.

About You

  • check_circle Proven experience as an MEP Project Manager, Mechanical Project Manager or Senior Mechanical Project Engineer.
  • check_circle Strong mechanical building services background with broader MEP coordination capability.
  • check_circle Demonstrable experience delivering complex defence, secure, infrastructure, mission-critical or highly regulated projects.
  • check_circle Good understanding of HVAC, public health and mechanical building systems.
  • check_circle Experience managing subcontractors and client-facing delivery teams.
  • check_circle Commercial awareness and programme management capability.
  • check_circle Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • check_circle Essential Qualifications & Experience:
  • check_circle Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services.
  • check_circle SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification.
  • check_circle CSCS card.
  • check_circle Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts preferred.
  • check_circle Security Requirements:
  • check_circle Due to the nature of the projects, applicants must hold current Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible and willing to undergo security vetting.

What's On Offer

  • check_circle Competitive salary package
  • check_circle Car allowance
  • check_circle Bonus opportunity
  • check_circle Pension and benefits
  • check_circle Long-term pipeline of secure and technically challenging projects
  • check_circle Career progression within a growing business