MEP Project Manager

MEP Project Manager - 12 Month FTC
Location: Heathrow Airport
Duration: 12 month FTC, with possible extension
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP

The Role:

We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead a major MEPH & Life Safety Systems project at Heathrow Airport.

You'll be delivering upgrades to baggage handling areas within a live airport environment, so this role suits someone confident managing complex work with minimal disruption to operations.

The Project:

• Value: £36m-£40m
• Strip-out works nearly complete
• Design completes August 2026
• Main works start April 2026
• Delivery through direct labour, approved agencies, and subcontractors

What You'll Do:

• Lead the project from design through to handover
• Manage MEPH systems including electrical, HVAC, public health, and fire safety
• Plan works carefully to avoid disruption in a live environment
• Ensure high safety and compliance standards
• Manage budget, procurement, and NEC4 contract requirements
• Work closely with airport teams, engineers, and subcontractors
• Oversee programme delivery using Primavera P6

What We're Looking For:

• 5-10+ years in MEP project management
• Experience delivering projects £20m+
• Comfortable working in live/operational environments (aviation is a bonus)

Qualifications:

• Relevant engineering degree
• SMSTS
• Eligible for Airside Pass
• Chartered (or working towards) - desirable