MEP Site Manager - #2157963

HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire. Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts.

Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Current Opportunity: MEP Site Manager

Location: Based in Coventry - the South Region comprises Sublots 2B, 2A and 1A Long Itchington Wood. It stretches for approximately 39.2km from Finham Brook to Southam through a mixture of rural and suburban landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the safe day-to-day delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) works across allocated project sections.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners to deliver works in line with programme and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with BBV, HS2 and statutory health, safety and environmental standards.
• Implement approved construction methodologies, permits, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Monitor progress, resolve site delivery challenges and support achievement of project milestones.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP, civil, structural and architectural teams.
• Manage inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports and site documentation whilst supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Experience

• HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as an MEP Site Manager, Site Manager, Senior Engineer or similar role on major construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems installation, testing and commissioning.
• Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and multidisciplinary workforces.
• Good knowledge of construction health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Valid CSCS card and relevant site management qualifications (SMSTS desirable).

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us:

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)

Family-friendly policies

Excellent pension & healthcare

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.

Flexible Working

We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.