Senior M&E Project Manager
Job Title: Senior M&E Project Manager
Location: Midlands
Salary: £90,000 – £110,000 + Package + Bonus
Project Value: £50m M&E Package
Sector: Major Construction / Building Services
The Opportunity
A leading M&E contractor is seeking an experienced Senior M&E Project Manager to join the team on a flagship major project in the Midlands. This is a high-profile role overseeing a £50m M&E package, requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage senior project delivery staff.
You will have overall responsibility for the M&E delivery, directly managing a Mechanical Project Manager and an Electrical Project Manager, while working closely with the client, main contractor, and internal commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities
Full responsibility for the successful delivery of a £50m M&E package
Overall leadership and coordination of mechanical and electrical works
Line management of the Mechanical Project Manager and Electrical Project Manager
Ownership of programme, quality, cost control, and risk management
Lead client, consultant, and senior stakeholder engagement
Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality standards, and contractual obligations
Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor performance, and supply chain management
Work closely with commercial teams on valuations, variations, and final accounts
Drive collaboration across design, construction, and commissioning phases
Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior M&E Project Manager or equivalent on large-scale projects
Track record of delivering major M&E packages (£30m+ ideally)
Strong technical understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services
Experience managing senior project managers and multidisciplinary teams
Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge
Confident communicator with strong leadership and decision-making skills
Background working for a Tier 1 M&E contractor or major specialist subcontractor
Relevant industry qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree in Building Services, Engineering, or similar)
SMSTS and CSCS (or equivalent)
What's on Offer
Salary between £90,000 – £110,000 depending on experience
Comprehensive package (car allowance, pension, healthcare, etc.)
Performance-related bonus
Opportunity to work on a landmark Midlands project
Long-term career progression with a well-established M&E contractor