MEP Divisional Lead

MEP Divisional Lead | Mission Critical & Technical Projects 💼 £100,000 – £140,000 + Executive Package 📍 M4 Corridor 🏗️ Construction | MEP | Data Centres | Energy | Nuclear | Mission Critical Walker & Sloan are working with an outstanding regional construction contractor to recruit an MEP Divisional Lead to oversee the delivery of a major portfolio of technically complex projects across the M4 Corridor. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced MEP leader to step into a high-impact strategic role within a growing business delivering large-scale mission-critical and infrastructure-led schemes across the data centre, energy, and nuclear sectors. The position offers the opportunity to influence both project delivery and long-term business growth, while leading and developing a high-performing building services function across multiple live and upcoming projects. 🏗️ The Role As MEP Divisional Lead, you will take overall responsibility for the strategic leadership, coordination, and performance of the MEP function across a portfolio of flagship projects. Working closely with senior operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams, you’ll drive consistency, technical excellence, and delivery performance across all building services activities from early-stage design through to commissioning and handover. This is not a single-project role — you’ll operate across multiple complex schemes simultaneously, providing leadership, direction, and technical oversight to project teams throughout the region. Key Responsibilities * Leading the MEP strategy and delivery across multiple high-value projects * Managing and mentoring Building Services Managers, Project Managers, and wider technical teams * Driving programme certainty, quality standards, and commercial performance * Overseeing procurement strategies and supply-chain engagement across MEP packages * Supporting pre-construction, technical design reviews, and delivery planning * Acting as the senior stakeholder lead for clients, consultants, and specialist subcontractors * Ensuring best practice in design coordination, commissioning, and technical compliance * Supporting the continued growth and development of the regional MEP division * Identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and improved project delivery ✅ Candidate Profile * Strong background within MEP or Building Services delivery for major construction projects * Previous experience operating at senior project, regional, or divisional leadership level * Proven track record delivering technically complex schemes within sectors such as data centres, energy, nuclear, or other mission-critical environments * Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple project teams simultaneously * Commercially astute with a strong understanding of programme, risk, and delivery strategy * Comfortable operating across both strategic leadership and technical delivery functions * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills 💰 What’s on Offer * Salary between £100,000 – £140,000 depending on experience * Executive-level package and bonus structure * Clear progression towards Director-level leadership * Opportunity to shape and influence a growing MEP division * Exposure to nationally significant, technically advanced projects * Long-term pipeline of secured work across the mission-critical and infrastructure sectors 📩 Interested? If you’re an experienced MEP leader looking to take ownership of a growing regional division delivering complex and high-profile technical projects, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today or contact Walker & Sloan for a confidential discussion. ⚡ Shortlisting is already underway, so early applications are encouraged