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Senior Project Manager

JOB TITLE: Senior Project Manager (MEP)
LOCATION: Reading
CONTRACT: Permanent
SALARY: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
Summary
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager (MEP) to lead the delivery of a major project within our operations team, based in Reading.
This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of a large-scale MEP package, from pre-construction through to completion. Reporting into senior operational leadership, you will play a key role in shaping delivery strategy, driving commercial performance, and ensuring successful outcomes for our client.
The role will be primarily site-based, with some flexibility, and will involve regular engagement with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

  • Leading the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of a major MEP project• Driving a strong health & safety culture across all project activities• Managing programme, cost, and commercial performance to achieve project targets• Coordinating and leading MEP subcontractors and supply chain partners• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders• Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities• Leading project reporting, forecasting, and governance processes• Developing and leading a high-performing project team

What we’re looking for:
An inspiring and proven leader, with the ability to engage teams, influence stakeholders, and deliver results in a complex project environment.
Someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and takes ownership, with the drive to deliver successful outcomes while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

  • Strong experience delivering MEP / building services packages on major construction projects• Proven leadership of project teams and specialist subcontractors• Strong focus on health, safety, and quality standards• Ability to manage commercial performance, risk, and programme delivery• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills• Relevant mechanical or electrical qualification (or equivalent)

Benefits:
We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

  • Car/Car allowance• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days• Private Medical Insurance• Life Assurance• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)• Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes

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