MEP Project Manager - Owner's Representative (Data Centres)

Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to support the design, delivery, and operation of mission-critical facilities, with a strong focus on data centre environments. This role will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of mechanical systems, working closely with cross-functional teams and external contractors. Mechanical Bias MEP Owner's representative Project Manager Lead and manage the full MEP scope on a large-scale data centre project in Hertfordshire, North London Oversee planning, coordination, installation, and delivery of all mechanical, electrical, and public health systems from construction through to commissioning and handover Serve as the primary MEP point of contact for the Owner’s Representative, ensuring transparent reporting, alignment with the client's strategic vision, and timely resolution of owner queries or concerns Manage MEP subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring performance, productivity, and quality targets are achieved Ensure full integration of MEP works with CSA, commissioning, and project controls teams Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and track progress against key milestones Work closely with commercial teams to monitor budgets, control costs, and manage variations Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with design specifications, contracts, and regulatory requirements Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving technical and delivery challenges proactively Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards across all MEP activities Lead coordination and progress meetings, providing clear reporting on performance, risks, and key deliverables Support testing, commissioning, and final system handover processes Drive a strong site culture focused on safety, quality, coordination, and delivery excellence Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. 5 years of experience in mission critical facility design, construction environments, and mechanical infrastructure. 5 years of experience with mechanical infrastructure systems such as HVAC, cooling systems, and water system engineering. 5 years of experience with data center operations and working with mechanical contractors and cross-functional project teams. 5 years of experience with electro/mechanical assembly and mechanical testing procedures, including resolution and documentation maintenance for mechanical designs. Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.