MEP Construction Manager

Overview

MEP Construction Manager Exeter £55,000 - £70,000 + Travel Allowance + Stay Away Included + Discretionary Bonus + Pension + Holidays + Private Medical Insurance + Clear Progression + Immediate Start. Take on the role of MEP Construction Manager with a rapidly growing main contractor operating within the mission-critical construction sector. This is a hands-on MEP professional transition role suitable for someone coming off the tools who wants to move into construction and project management within a high-performing delivery team.

This role suits someone with a mechanical, electrical, or plumbing background who has progressed into a supervisory, lead engineer, or assistant management position and is now seeking the next step in their career. You will be supported, developed, and given real responsibility on live projects, with a clear route into senior construction and project management roles. Projects are delivered across the UK, so mobility is essential.

Candidates can be based anywhere but must be willing to travel or stay away when required. The contractor is known for investing in its people and promoting from within.

• Support and oversee the on-site delivery of mechanical and/or electrical packages on complex construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.
• Assist with day-to-day site management, progress tracking, and programme reporting.
• Work closely with senior construction managers, project managers, and commercial teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Act as a key interface between trades, management, and client representatives on site.

• Strong hands-on background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing building services.
• Experience working on live construction sites in a supervisory, lead engineer, or assistant management role.
• Exposure to commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, infrastructure, or data-centre projects (preferred but not essential).
• A genuine desire to progress into construction and project management.
• Willingness to be site-based 5 days a week and travel or stay away as required.
• Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a delivery-focused team.

Projects are delivered across the UK; mobility is essential. Candidates can be based anywhere but must be willing to travel or stay away when required.

• Salary £55,000 - £70,000
• Travel Allowance
• Stay Away Allowance
• Discretionary Bonus
• Pension
• Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Clear Progression
• Immediate Start