Project Leader
Core
Lead and manage all MEP works (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, ELV) for data centre projects, ensuring execution on time, within budget, and to quality/safety standards.
Role type
Senior MEP Project Leader
Builds
Data centre infrastructure including UPS, generators, transformers, cooling systems, BMS, and fire protection
Domain
Construction / Data Centre Infrastructure
Required skills
MEP systems expertise, project management, design coordination, contractor program management, technical issue resolution, stakeholder coordination, risk management, procurement oversight
Preferred skills
Data centre infrastructure knowledge, fast-paced environment adaptability
Technologies
HVAC, BMS, UPS, generators, transformers, fire protection systems
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all MEP works including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and ELV systems; Oversee design development, coordination, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of MEP systems; Coordinate MEP interfaces with civil, structural, architectural, IT, and specialist systems; Review and monitor contractor programmes, method statements, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical submissions; Ensure MEP works comply with approved designs, specifications, applicable codes, and data centre performance requirements; Monitor progress, quality, safety, testing, and commissioning activities for all MEP systems; Manage coordination of critical data centre systems including UPS, generators, transformers, cooling systems, BMS, fire protection, and associated infrastructure; Identify and resolve technical issues, design conflicts, interface issues, and construction constraints; Lead MEP testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing, performance verification, and final handover; Coordinate with the client, consultants, contractors, OEMs, and specialist vendors; Review MEP progress, risks, procurement status, long-lead items, and recovery measures; Provide technical leadership to the MEP team and support the Project Director in achieving project objectives
