MEP Project Manager – Data Centre

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead the delivery of mission-critical data centre projects across Europe. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) packages from pre-construction through commissioning and handover.
This role requires strong technical expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, stakeholder coordination across multinational teams, and strict adherence to European standards and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
* Lead and manage all MEP activities on data centre projects from design through commissioning.
* Oversee contractors, subcontractors, and specialist vendors delivering mechanical, electrical, BMS, fire protection, and ELV systems.
* Ensure works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards.
* Monitor progress against baseline programmes and implement mitigation measures where required.
* Manage change control processes and commercial impacts related to MEP scope.
Technical Oversight
* Review and coordinate MEP design documentation (HVAC, UPS systems, generators, MV/LV distribution, cooling systems, containment, fire suppression, etc.).
* Ensure compliance with European codes and standards (e.g., EN standards, IEC, local building regulations).
* Oversee installation, integration, testing, and commissioning of mission-critical systems.
* Drive commissioning strategies including IST (Integrated Systems Testing).
Stakeholder & Contractor Management
* Act as primary interface between client, consultants, general contractor, and MEP subcontractors.
* Chair technical coordination meetings and resolve interface conflicts.
* Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on risk, programme, cost, and quality.
Risk & Compliance
* Ensure strict adherence to HSE regulations and EU safety standards.
* Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Support QA/QC processes and ensure documentation control is maintained to audit standards.
Required Experience & Qualifications
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
* Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in MEP project management.
* Proven experience delivering hyperscale or colocation data centre projects.
* Experience working within European markets (e.g., Germany, Netherlands, Ireland, Nordics, France, etc.). Travel will be a part of this role.
* Strong understanding of: MV/LV systems, UPS and generator backup systems, Chilled water and air-cooled systems, CRAH/CRAC units, Fire detection and suppression systems (e.g., gas-based systems), BMS and SCADA systems.
* Experience managing Tier III / Tier IV facilities (Uptime Institute standards desirable).
* Familiarity with FIDIC contracts or equivalent European construction frameworks.
* Strong commissioning and handover experience.
Key Competencies
* Strong leadership and contractor management capability.
* Excellent programme and risk management skills.
* High level of commercial awareness.
* Ability to operate in fast-paced, technically complex environments.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (additional European languages advantageous).
* Proficient in project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.).