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.

Key deliverables

• 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

• 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