We have an exciting new opportunity for you to join YTL Construction UK and work on one of the largest and most exciting private regeneration projects in the UK, as a MEP Project Manager.
We are currently transforming the historic former Filton Airfield – the birthplace of Concorde and supersonic travel – into a thriving new neighbourhood for Bristol, known as Brabazon.
What you'll do
Reporting into the Senior MEP Manager:
- you will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) services across the lifecycle of the project
- you will be fully involved in feasibility and design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover to the building operator
- you will have experience of MEP engineering services, project leadership, and managing risk
- you will encourage collaboration and achieve MEP delivery across the projects
Your core roles and responsibilities will include:
MEP Design Process
- assisting the entire end-to-end MEP design process from RIBA Stage 0 (Strategic Definition) to Stage 3 (Spatial Coordination)
- assisting and leading the MEP design process from RIBA Stage 4 onwards, to handover
- reviewing MEP consultant designs to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with UK Building Regulations, CIBSE Standards, BSRIA guidelines, and integration with architectural & structural frameworks
- overseeing spatial coordination using BIM tools, identifying and resolving clashes through design workshops and technical reviews
- collaborating with sustainability consultants to integrate low-carbon and energy-efficient systems aligned with BREEAM or other environmental targets
MEP Packages, Subcontractors & Construction
- assisting in procurement strategies for MEP packages that align with project scope, complexity, and market conditions
- being the principal point of contact for all MEP matters on projects
- management of MEP Supervisors and on-site Engineers
- assisting the tender review, analysis, and selection process for MEP contractors, suppliers, and vendors
- reviewing, analysing, and assisting with negotiating subcontractor and supplier packages in collaboration with the commercial team
- managing procurement schedules
- monitoring subcontractor performance against commercial, program, and technical benchmarks to ensure contract compliance and mitigate risks
- planning and overseeing all MEP installation activities during the construction phase
- coordinating on-site activities with main contractors, subcontractors, and specialist trades
- overseeing functional testing, integrated systems testing (IST), and performance validation of MEP systems
- coordinating third-party witnessing and independent validation as required
- ensuring completion and accuracy of O&M manuals, asset registers, training programs, and statutory certification
- leading the handover process to ensure a seamless transition to facilities management or end-user teams
What you'll need
- you will have previous experience in project management with a strong working knowledge of MEP systems design and installation
- you will have a proven track record of successfully delivering MEP projects
- you will ensure all MEP systems are designed, integrated, procured, and delivered in accordance with technical standards, UK statutory regulations, client requirements, and programme milestones
- you will have either an HNC, HND, or degree in an equivalent engineering discipline
- experience delivering multi-million-pound MEP packages
- experience of BIM/Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks
- the ability to read and interpret technical drawing packs, specifications, and commissioning schedules
- familiarity with project planning and reporting tools
- CSCS Card (Mandatory).
What you'll receive
- A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
- 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
- A car allowance.
- Performance-related bonus.
- The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
- The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
- A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
- Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
- The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
- Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
- One paid volunteering day each year.
- Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
- Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
- Support from trained mental health first aiders.
- A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.
Who we are
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
- Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
- YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
- YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
- YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
- plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
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