M&E Project Manager

TYPICAL PROJECTS WILL COVER: Projects will typically involve M&E works within: • Public sector buildings (leisure centres, schools, civic buildings, social housing) • Commercial buildings (offices, mixed-use developments, industrial and retail) • Large domestic and multi-residential properties With typical works including: • New and replacement heating systems • Air source heat pumps, air-to-air systems, and hybrid solutions • LTHW, DHW, and plantroom upgrades • Ventilation and air-conditioning systems • Electrical upgrades (power, lighting, containment, controls) • Renewable technologies including solar PV and battery storage • Building management and control systems (BMS) • Coordination with building fabric improvements such as insulation, glazing, and airtightness works • Retrofit and decarbonisation works delivered within occupied buildings Individual site values will typically range from £25k to £1m, often delivered as part of wider programmes or multi-site frameworks under Design & Build or Principal Contractor arrangements. THE ROLE Deliver multiple M&E projects (£25k–£1m per site) across public sector, commercial, and large domestic clients • Manage M&E delivery from pre-construction through to completion and handover • Develop and manage M&E programmes, budgets, and cost forecasts • Procure and manage mechanical and electrical contractors and specialist suppliers • Administer contracts including valuations, variations, and final accounts • Coordinate mechanical and electrical design information for construction • Lead site meetings and manage interfaces with construction teams and stakeholders • Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and H&S legislation • Monitor site quality, workmanship, and technical compliance • Oversee commissioning, testing, witnessing, snagging, and defects resolution • Ensure accurate and timely production of O&M manuals and as-built information • Prepare concise progress, cost, and risk reports for clients and internal teams • Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures • Support continuous improvement and lessons-learned processes. ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE • Proven experience delivering mechanical and electrical building services projects • Track record managing M&E works or packages typically valued between £25k and £1m • Experience across public sector, commercial, and large domestic buildings • Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems • Experience delivering works in live / occupied environments • Good working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CDM, and H&S requirements • Commercial awareness including cost control, variations, and final accounts • Ability to manage multiple projects and contractors simultaneously • Full UK driving licence DESIRABLE • Background in Building Services Engineering or M&E contracting • Experience within Design & Build environments • Familiarity with low-carbon and renewable technologies • Project management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP – desirable)