M&E Project Manager | M&E Building Services | Hampshire | £65,000£80,000 + Car/Allowance + Bonus + Package
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced M&E Project Manager, or a strong Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineer ready to step up, to join a growing and well-respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects typically ranging from £100k to £2m.
With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth across the South Coast and surrounding areas, this role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of projects while developing within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
About the Company A well-established and highly regarded M&E contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across commercial projects. The business operates with a close-knit, team-focused culture, where individuals are trusted, supported, and given genuine responsibility, while maintaining the structure and delivery standards of a professional and growing contractor.
The Role M&E Project Manager This is a key hire within the business, with a clear objective of strengthening project delivery capability and enabling senior leadership to focus on commercial growth and strategic development.
You will take responsibility for managing mechanical and electrical building services projects from initial handover through to completion, ensuring delivery is achieved safely, on programme, and within budget.
This role is well suited to either an experienced Project Manager or a capable Project Engineer looking to step into a full Project Management position, with the support and structure in place to make that transition successfully.
Key Responsibilities Managing M&E building services projects from pre-construction through to completion
Coordinating subcontractors across both mechanical and electrical packages
Overseeing programme delivery and ensuring key milestones are achieved
Managing client relationships and attending progress meetings
Supporting procurement and effective planning of materials and labour
Monitoring project costs and supporting commercial performance
Ensuring high standards of health & safety and quality are maintained
Requirements Experience at Project Engineer or Project Manager level within M&E Building Services
Mechanical or Electrical bias considered
Experience delivering commercial M&E projects
Confident managing projects day-to-day across both site and operational elements
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate multiple disciplines
Stable career history demonstrating commitment, reliability, and progression
This role would suit candidates currently working as:
M&E Project Manager, Mechanical Project Manager, Electrical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Electrical Project Manager, Project Engineer, Mechanical Project Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, Contracts Engineer.
Remuneration Package M&E Project Manager £65,000£80,000
Car or Car Allowance
Bonus
Pension
25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
Private medical insurance / health cash plan
Life assurance (6x salary)
Early finish on Fridays (1:00pm)
Ongoing training and development support
Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing and well-respected M&E contractor
Genuine progression into a fully autonomous Project Manager role
Supportive environment with direct access to senior leadership
Varied and interesting commercial project portfolio
Strong work-life balance, including an early finish on Fridays
Next Steps Please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.
About David Leslie Ltd David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.
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