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
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