M&E Project Manager

Job Title: Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager
Location: Office-based near Chesterfield – with site travel
Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 + Company Car
Job Type: Full-time

The Opportunity:

I’m working with a growing M&E contractor with a £30m annual turnover, delivering projects across the student accommodation and residential sectors, with values typically ranging from £8m to £15m. They’re now looking for an experienced M&E Project Manager to join the team and take full ownership of mechanical and electrical packages from pre-construction through to handover.

This is a permanent, full-time role offering stability, progression, and the chance to manage high-value projects with real autonomy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee full M&E project lifecycle from design coordination to completion.

• Ensure works are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards.

• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams effectively.

• Coordinate with main contractors, clients, consultants, and internal departments.

• Review drawings and specifications to identify scope and project risks.

• Monitor site progress, quality, and health & safety compliance.

• Attend progress meetings and produce project reports.

• Manage procurement schedules and monitor material deliveries.

• Resolve technical issues and drive value engineering opportunities.

• Ensure accurate financial tracking in collaboration with commercial teams.

Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering M&E projects within the construction or building services sector.

• Strong technical understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems.

• Track record of managing multi-million-pound M&E packages (£5m+ ideally).

• Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills.

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Comfortable working under pressure and juggling multiple tasks.

• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid preferred.

• Full UK driving licence (site travel required).

What You’ll Get:

• Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 (DOE)

• Benefits: Company car, pension,

• Projects: Student accommodation & residential (typically £8m-£15m)

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm

• Work Environment: Office-based with regular site travel, flexible for the right candidate