MEP Commercial Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced MEP Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of large‑scale MEP packages on hyperscale data centre projects across the UK and Europe. You will work closely with project teams from award through to final account, ensuring profitable and risk‑controlled outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of MEP packages from award to final account.
• Manage procurement activities, subcontractor negotiations and contract administration.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts and commercial performance throughout the lifecycle.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with operational, design and delivery teams to support successful project outcomes.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of MEP packages and building services construction.
• Proven delivery of major projects in data centre, mission‑critical, pharmaceutical or industrial sectors.
• Willingness to work on‑site/office five days a week.

Required skills

• MEP package commercial management.
• Procurement and subcontractor negotiation.
• Contract administration (NEC, JCT).
• Cost forecasting and variance control.
• Final account preparation and change control.

What we offer

• Salary £90,000‑£120,000 per year plus bonus.
• Travel allowance, pension and private healthcare.
• Career progression and technical training.
• Long pipeline of high‑value projects and immediate start.