MEP Coordinator – Pre-Construction Location: Epping Forrest, Essex Salary: £80,000 per annum + Benefits Package Sector: Construction | Residential Development
| MEP Building Services Employment: Permanent The Opportunity An established and highly regarded construction and residential development business is seeking an experienced MEP Design Coordinator to join its pre-construction team, based at its Epping office. Offering a salary of £80,000 plus package, this position represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP professional with a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical and public health building services. Working closely with the Building Services Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating MEP design, reviewing technical submissions and supporting the pre-construction process across residential and construction developments. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working for M&E contractors, main contractors or building services consultancies, who possess a strong understanding of building services design, technical compliance and pre-construction coordination. Key Responsibilities Coordinate mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) building services throughout the pre-construction stages. Review Employers’ Requirements, technical specifications, drawings and tender documentation. Provide specialist MEP input into tender submissions, bid evaluations and pre-construction proposals. Liaise with estimating and commercial teams to review MEP subcontractor quotations and identify value engineering opportunities. Coordinate MEP designs, ensuring technical compliance, buildability and cost efficiency. Review plantroom layouts, service risers, spatial coordination and building services requirements. Assess technical documentation, including energy, acoustic and air quality reports. Work closely with MEP consultants, specialist subcontractors and internal technical teams. Identify and resolve potential design issues before construction commences. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM 2015 and relevant fire safety requirements. Provide technical support to project delivery teams throughout the transition from design to construction. Candidate Requirements Strong technical background in MEP / M&E Building Services. Proven experience in MEP design coordination, building services engineering or technical management. Experience working within pre-construction, design or technical delivery teams. Sound understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health systems. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and Employers’ Requirements. Experience working with M&E subcontractors, consultants and design teams. Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CDM requirements and building services compliance. Understanding of value engineering, buildability and technical risk management. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities. A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering would be advantageous. Suitable Candidate Backgrounds We would welcome applications from individuals currently working as: MEP Design Coordinator M&E Coordinator MEP Design Manager Building Services Engineer M&E Technical Coordinator Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer MEP Pre-Construction Coordinator Candidates from an M&E contracting background looking to transition into a more technically focused pre-construction position are particularly encouraged to apply. Salary & Benefits £80,000 per annum + Benefits Package This is an opportunity to join an established construction business, contributing to the early-stage technical development of significant residential and construction projects. Location: Epping Forrest, Essex Apply If you are an experienced MEP Building Services professional seeking a technically challenging pre-construction opportunity, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.


