MEP Construction Lead – Data CentreDataX Connect have partnered with a leading general contractor in their search for an MEP Construction Lead to deliver a large data centre in Slough.The role:As a member of the project management team, you have the opportunity to influence safety culture onsite by demonstrating personal commitment, setting clear expectations, and effectively communicating safety policies.
By consistently modelling safe behaviour, prioritizing safety above productivity, and ensuring that all workers receive proper training and resources, you can foster an environment where safety is ingrained in every aspect of the construction process.Encouraging open communication, recognising and rewarding safe behaviour, and conducting regular inspections further reinforce the importance of safety.
By taking these steps, you can help create a culture where safety is a shared value and a top priority for all stakeholders involved in the project.
Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the MEP Department Manager Europe, your key responsibilities for the role will include but will not be limited to the following:Lead all MEP Construction activities on siteEnsure MEP Construction phase is delivered safely, on time and on budgetReview incoming design change directives for impact to MEP works and establish if they can be implemented depending on site progress, and if they can be implemented determine a reasonable schedule impactWork with the MEP contractors and offer technical support on MEP systems, clarify clients' expectations and typical installation practices for client which may not necessarily be clarified on the IFC designAssist the MEP contractors in the generation of shop drawings, review of same prior to formal submissionReview alternative technical proposals from the MEP contractors to determine if proposal would be acceptable to client prior to formal submission where the contractor is required / chooses to deviate from the specification / designDevelopment of a Procurement tracker for the MEPF contractors to populate and maintainReview of progress against resources and forecast required resources to be deployed in order to meet / recover scheduleReview the quality of the MEPF installation whilst its WIP to minimize reworksAdvise MEPF contractors of client's best practices and standards.
Communicate clients' expectations to the MEPF teamsProvide MEPF contractors with guidance on commissioning and oversee MEPF L1-L3 commissioningInterface with clients Cx team for L4-L5 commissioningKey Requirements:Building Services/Engineering degree or Trade backgroundMinimum 5 years' plus leadership experience in a site-based MEP roleExperience delivering Hyperscale Data CentresPlease apply to this role to organise a confidential discussion.