Senior Projects Manager MEP
University Arts London
Senior Projects Manager MEP
Vacancy ID
12121
Executive Group/College
Estates
Department/Team
Estates Development
Location
CSM - King's Cross, London UK
Hybrid working
Not suitable - 100% on-site
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
£60,484 - £73,058 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Term
Full time - 35 hours per week
Job family
Professional & Administrative
Advertised
Agency managed
Apply by
24 November 2025 23:55
Interviews
tbc
Job description
Additional document
The opportunity
University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking to appoint a Senior MEP Project Manager to lead the delivery of transformative mechanical, electrical and building services projects across its estate portfolio.
Now is an exciting time to be joining UAL to take up this role. A 10-year Estates Strategy has been developed which will see the delivery of new campuses for London College of Fashion (completed in 2024) and London College of Communication (to be completed in 2027) as well as a period of estate transformation across our existing portfolio that ensures the UAL estate is fit for purpose, sustainable and provides world-class facilities and experience to our students, staff and partners. Following the appointment of new Associate Directors in the areas of Estate Development and Facilities Management in 2024, we are now embarking on an investment in the team that will see the appointment to c.25 new roles in these areas.
UAL's capital programme to 2030 represents over £100m of planned investment, delivering a series of major projects aligned to the University's Size and Shape strategy, Net Zero commitments, and long-term operational sustainability. This includes a pipeline of estate transformation and academic growth schemes across the Colleges, alongside a targeted Scope 1 and 2 decarbonisation programme. In parallel, UAL will continue to deliver an annual Long-Term Maintenance programme of circa £9m to preserve and enhance the condition, compliance and resilience of the estate.
Reporting to the Head of Projects, the Senior Project Manager - MEP leads the planning and delivery of a diverse range of building services projects across the UAL estate portfolio. Projects will typically be in the £0.5m to £15m range, and include refurbishment, installation, long-term maintenance and sustainability projects.
About you
We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of leading complex MEP projects across a range of building types. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong technical knowledge developed throughout the design, installation and commissioning stages of projects. We are looking for individuals who will bring a high level of positivity and energy to the team, with an enthusiasm for UAL's impact and the role that the estate can play in enabling this.
The role offers a fantastic career opportunity to lead the delivery of transformative projects for a world-renowned university and arts organisation with an extraordinary London estate portfolio.
The Candidate Brochure has been attached with this advert for your perusal.
Application process
This vacancy is being managed by the MRG recruitment agency. Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and should be submitted via email to Nick Coppard on nick.coppard@mrgglobal.com or Kelley Brown on kelley.brown@mrgglobal.com.
What we offer
To recognise the hard work of our staff and their contributions, we provide a wide range of benefits - please check our careers site/Canvas for further information as conditions and exclusions apply:
• 34 days of annual leave and 2 days off to volunteer plus bank holidays
• Flexible and Dynamic working options available from the first day
• Discounted Medical Insurance including Digital GP service, therapies, in-patient and day-case treatment
• Free counselling and advice via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Sector-leading Equal Parental Leave policy (6 months full pay for both parents)
• Defined-benefit LGPS pension scheme
• In-house training and development including apprenticeships and free places on creative courses
• Interest free loans on travel and tech, discounts on gym memberships, nursery fees, eye care and much more
• Various opportunities to attend student shows and exhibitions
Vacancy ID
12121
Executive Group/College
Estates
Department/Team
Estates Development
Location
CSM - King's Cross, London UK
Hybrid working
Not suitable - 100% on-site
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
£60,484 - £73,058 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Term
Full time - 35 hours per week
Job family
Professional & Administrative
Advertised
Agency managed
Apply by
24 November 2025 23:55
Interviews
tbc
Job description
Additional document
The opportunity
University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking to appoint a Senior MEP Project Manager to lead the delivery of transformative mechanical, electrical and building services projects across its estate portfolio.
Now is an exciting time to be joining UAL to take up this role. A 10-year Estates Strategy has been developed which will see the delivery of new campuses for London College of Fashion (completed in 2024) and London College of Communication (to be completed in 2027) as well as a period of estate transformation across our existing portfolio that ensures the UAL estate is fit for purpose, sustainable and provides world-class facilities and experience to our students, staff and partners. Following the appointment of new Associate Directors in the areas of Estate Development and Facilities Management in 2024, we are now embarking on an investment in the team that will see the appointment to c.25 new roles in these areas.
UAL's capital programme to 2030 represents over £100m of planned investment, delivering a series of major projects aligned to the University's Size and Shape strategy, Net Zero commitments, and long-term operational sustainability. This includes a pipeline of estate transformation and academic growth schemes across the Colleges, alongside a targeted Scope 1 and 2 decarbonisation programme. In parallel, UAL will continue to deliver an annual Long-Term Maintenance programme of circa £9m to preserve and enhance the condition, compliance and resilience of the estate.
Reporting to the Head of Projects, the Senior Project Manager - MEP leads the planning and delivery of a diverse range of building services projects across the UAL estate portfolio. Projects will typically be in the £0.5m to £15m range, and include refurbishment, installation, long-term maintenance and sustainability projects.
About you
We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of leading complex MEP projects across a range of building types. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong technical knowledge developed throughout the design, installation and commissioning stages of projects. We are looking for individuals who will bring a high level of positivity and energy to the team, with an enthusiasm for UAL's impact and the role that the estate can play in enabling this.
The role offers a fantastic career opportunity to lead the delivery of transformative projects for a world-renowned university and arts organisation with an extraordinary London estate portfolio.
The Candidate Brochure has been attached with this advert for your perusal.
Application process
This vacancy is being managed by the MRG recruitment agency. Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and should be submitted via email to Nick Coppard on nick.coppard@mrgglobal.com or Kelley Brown on kelley.brown@mrgglobal.com.
What we offer
To recognise the hard work of our staff and their contributions, we provide a wide range of benefits - please check our careers site/Canvas for further information as conditions and exclusions apply:
• 34 days of annual leave and 2 days off to volunteer plus bank holidays
• Flexible and Dynamic working options available from the first day
• Discounted Medical Insurance including Digital GP service, therapies, in-patient and day-case treatment
• Free counselling and advice via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Sector-leading Equal Parental Leave policy (6 months full pay for both parents)
• Defined-benefit LGPS pension scheme
• In-house training and development including apprenticeships and free places on creative courses
• Interest free loans on travel and tech, discounts on gym memberships, nursery fees, eye care and much more
• Various opportunities to attend student shows and exhibitions
JOB SUMMARY
Senior Projects Manager MEP
University Arts London
London
a day ago
N/A
Full-time
Senior Projects Manager MEP