First Point Group are partnered with an exciting General Contractor who are building teams for a new hyperscale Data Center in Portugal.
As the MEP Lead, you will be responsible for the coordination, integration, and delivery of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within large-scale data center projects. You'll serve as the key liaison between design teams, site teams, subcontractors, and the client to ensure high-quality, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate all MEP disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) from design to commissioning
* Oversee MEP subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with design, quality standards, and project timelines
* Interface with client teams, design consultants, and internal departments
* Manage technical submittals, RFIs, and system integration
* Coordinate BIM models and support clash detection and resolution processes
* Drive MEP installation planning, resource allocation, and progress tracking
* Support commissioning, testing, and handover of all MEP systems
* Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success
* Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental (EHS) standards on site
* Collaborate with QA/QC teams to ensure MEP systems meet compliance and performance requirements
Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline
* Minimum 7+ years' experience in a similar MEP lead role, ideally on data center or high-tech industrial projects
* Proven experience in design management, construction supervision, and MEP systems commissioning
* Strong knowledge of MEP systems integration, including critical systems such as UPS, generators, chillers, CRACs, etc.
* Familiarity with industry standards (e.g. ASHRAE, CIBSE, NFPA, ISO)
* Proficiency with tools such as Navisworks, BIM 360, and project management software
* Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills
* Willingness to travel and work on-site in various European locations