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Mep Lead – Data Centre

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: Darwin Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-15
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Building Services Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: MEP LEAD – DATA CENTRE
MEP Lead – Data Centre Projects

Location:

Onsite, Slough – just outside of London Job Type: Full-Time Industry: Data Centre Construction & Engineering About the Role We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Lead to oversee the design, coordination, and execution of MEP systems for state-of-the-art data centre developments at our London site. In this critical leadership role, you will ensure that our mission-critical facilities are built to the highest standards of safety, reliability, energy efficiency, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities Onsite Project Oversight:
Manage the end-to-end MEP lifecycle directly from our London location, guiding the project from construction through to testing, commissioning, and handover.

Technical Leadership:
Provide expert guidance on critical power distribution, HVAC systems, cooling infrastructure, fire suppression, and building management systems (BMS).Cross-Functional Coordination:
Collaborate daily with onsite project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to eliminate clashes and keep the project schedule on track.

Quality & Compliance:
Ensure all onsite installations strictly adhere to local UK regulatory standards, industry best practices (such as Uptime Institute Tier standards), and stringent health and safety protocols.

Resource & Vendor Management:
Oversee onsite contractor performance, review technical submittals, and manage local resource allocation to deliver the project within budget constraints.

Requirements

Experience:

Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience managing MEP systems specifically within data centre construction or mission-critical environments.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related field (relevant UK certifications are a strong plus).Technical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of high-availability power systems (UPS, generators, switch gear) and advanced cooling architectures (chilled water systems, CRAH/HAC units).Location & Availability:
Must be able to work permanently onsite in London on a full-time basis.

Soft Skills:

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of managing site teams.

What We Offer Competitive Salary:
Highly competitive base salary commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive Benefits:
Private healthcare, pension scheme, and performance-related bonuses.

Career Growth:
Opportunity to anchor high-value, cutting-edge digital infrastructure projects in the heart of London.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Nick Rands
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