Senior M&E Project Manager - Major Project (Manchester)
Location: Manchester (with future projects across the North West)
Salary: Circa £95,000 + Comprehensive Package
The Opportunity
We are a Tier 1 Main Contractor with a strong pipeline of high-profile, technically complex projects across the North West. Due to continued growth and a flagship project award in Manchester, we are seeking an experienced Senior M&E Project Manager to lead the mechanical and electrical delivery on a major scheme.
This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting directly to the Project Director, where you will take full responsibility for M&E delivery on site ensuring programme, quality, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved. The M&E package on this project is valued at circa £50 million, offering a significant and high-impact scope of works.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all day-to-day M&E site activities on a major project
Manage, mentor, and coordinate a team of M&E Managers and Engineers
Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme milestones and budget targets
Drive health & safety standards across all M&E operations
Coordinate with construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure seamless project delivery
Manage subcontractors, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance
Contribute to project planning, risk management, and value engineering initiatives
Provide clear and consistent reporting to the Project Director and senior stakeholdersWhat We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Senior or Lead M&E Project Manager on large-scale construction projects (Tier 1 or major subcontractor background preferred)
Strong leadership experience managing site teams and multiple workstreams
Demonstrable track record of delivering complex M&E packages on time and within budget
Experience managing high-value M&E packages (circa £50m preferred)
Excellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, commissioning, and handover processes
Strong commercial awareness and contract understanding
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat's on Offer
Salary circa £95,000
Attractive benefits package (car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare)
Long-term pipeline of secured work across the North West
Opportunity to work on landmark, technically challenging projects
Clear progression pathway within a leading Tier 1 contractorApply Now
If you are an experienced M&E leader looking for your next challenge in Manchester and beyond, we would love to hear from you