MEP Quality Assurance Manager

London – approximately 15 minutes from the City

TClarke are currently looking to appoint an experienced MEP Quality Assurance Manager to join the delivery team on a major hyperscale data centre project in London, located approximately 15 minutes from the City.

The project is currently in preconstruction, with this phase running through to December 2026, before moving into full construction and delivery. With completion expected approximately three years later, this is a long-term opportunity to work on a major hyperscale project from early-stage design and preconstruction through to installation, commissioning and handover.

We are open to considering both permanent and freelance candidates for this position.

You will take responsibility for driving quality assurance and quality control across the MEP installation, working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Construction Managers, subcontractors and the wider project delivery team to ensure works are delivered to the required standards.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to play a key role on a major hyperscale data centre development, joining the project during its preconstruction phase and supporting the development and implementation of robust quality processes throughout the project lifecycle.

With preconstruction continuing until December 2026 and the overall project running for a further three years, this role offers long-term involvement on a technically complex and high-profile project.

Freelance candidates with relevant MEP quality assurance experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the quality assurance and quality control processes across the MEP package.
• Develop, implement and maintain the project's Quality Management Plan.
• Establish and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures and inspection processes.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits of mechanical and electrical installations.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with project specifications, drawings, standards and client requirements.
• Review and manage quality documentation, including inspection records, test results and quality reports.
• Identify quality issues and non-conformances and work with the project team to implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers and Construction Managers to drive quality improvements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure quality standards are consistently maintained.
• Monitor the completion and close-out of quality documentation throughout the construction programme.
• Support the management of commissioning documentation and handover records.
• Attend project, coordination and quality meetings.
• Promote a proactive quality culture across the site and wider project team.
• Support the project through testing, commissioning, handover and final close-out.

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in an MEP Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Quality Management role within a major construction or MEP contracting environment.

Experience within data centres would be highly advantageous. However, candidates with experience across other technically complex environments, including commercial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare or major infrastructure projects, will also be considered.

You should have:

• Previous experience in an MEP Quality Assurance or Quality Control position.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services installations.
• Experience developing and managing Quality Management Plans, ITPs and inspection processes.
• Experience carrying out site quality inspections and audits.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and handover requirements.
• Experience managing non-conformances and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of MEP drawings, specifications and installation standards.
• Experience working with main contractors, consultants, subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational and documentation management abilities.
• A proactive and detail-focused approach to maintaining high standards of quality.