Senior M&E Project Manager

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Senior M&E Project Manager – Major MoJ Project (Leicestershire)

We are currently supporting a leading M&E contractor in the appointment of an experienced Senior M&E Project Manager to join a flagship Ministry of Justice (MoJ) prison development in Leicestershire. This is a high-profile, long-term scheme with a project lifespan of 2–3 years, offering stability and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering a critical piece of national infrastructure.

Working directly with the M&E contractor responsible for the full mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) delivery, you will take ownership of the project through all phases, from early-stage coordination through to commissioning and handover.

The Role

As Senior M&E Project Manager, you will:

* Lead the end-to-end delivery of all MEP packages on site

* Manage programme, budget, quality, and risk across the M&E scope

* Coordinate closely with main contractor, consultants, and stakeholders

* Oversee subcontractors and ensure works are delivered to specification and programme

* Drive health & safety standards and ensure full compliance with MoJ requirements

* Support commissioning, testing, and successful project handover

About You

* Proven track record delivering large-scale M&E projects (ideally within the MoJ, custodial, or similarly secure environments)

* Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

* Experience managing complex, multi-package MEP installations

* Commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and programme effectively

* Relevant technical or engineering background within M&E

What’s on Offer

* Permanent position with a leading, well-established M&E contractor

* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

* Opportunity to work on a landmark, long-term project (2–3 years minimum)

* Clear pipeline of future work offering long-term career stability

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level M&E professional looking to take on a major project with long-term security and progression within a respected contractor.

If you have the experience and ambition to deliver at this level, we’d be keen to speak with you