LOCATION: Heathrow Airport
SALARY: Up to £110,000 + Package
What are we looking for?
A Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Heating (MEPH) Project Manager for a £40m Project at Heathrow Airport who must balance high-level technical expertise with the ability to navigate a "mission-critical", highly regulated, and live operational environment.
Core Technical & Operational Capabilities
· Live Operational Integration: The ability to plan and implement complex MEP works within a live airport environment while ensuring minimal disruption to passenger flow and airport operations.
· Full Lifecycle Management: Expertise in managing the entire MEP package from pre-construction and design (RIBA stages) through to installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover.
· Safety & Compliance Mastery: In-depth knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, Building Safety Act, and aviation-specific security protocols.
· Systems Expertise: Proficiency in overseeing diverse technical packages, including:
o HV/LV electrical systems and IT networks.
o Fire and life safety systems to British Standards.
o HVAC and Public Health
Strategic & Commercial Leadership
· Financial Acumen: Accountability for substantial budgets £40m, including cost planning, procurement strategy, and value engineering to ensure delivery within budget.
· Contractual Expertise: Significant experience with NEC Contract (NEC4C on this project), including contract administration, change control, and risk mitigation.
· Stakeholder Management: The ability to align diverse and often conflicting interests between internal Heathrow functions, external contractors, Heathrow Engineering Maintenance Team and other existing MEPH stakeholders.
· Project Controls: Proficiency in managing advanced project management tools primavera P6 in this instance for detailed programme planning and earned value management.
Essential Qualifications & Professional Status
· Professional Accreditation: Often requires Chartered Professional status (e.g., MCIBSE, CEng, MAPM) and an MEP-related degree are desirable.
· Industry Experience: Typically, 5–10 years of management experience in the M&E industry, with a proven track record on flagship or "megaprojects".
· Aviation Specifics: Possession of (or eligibility for) an Airside Pass and a valid SMSTS safety Qualification
Salary description
£100000.00 - £110000.00 per year