Head Of M&E

ARC Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established M&E Building Services contractor in Milton Keynes is seeking a Head of M&E to oversee operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience and a strong commercial background, managing multi-million-pound operations. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and performance-based bonuses, with a focus on a collaborative workplace culture and a long-term career within a growing business.

Benefits

Car allowance

Commission and performance-based bonuses

Excellent workplace culture and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within the M&E Building Services industry.
• Strong commercial background managing multi-million-pound operations.
• Established network of suppliers, contractors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee performance of the M&E divisions ensuring safety and profitability.
• Drive operational excellence and manage relationships with key clients.
• Support the company’s strategic direction and expansion plans.

Skills

Leadership experience in M&E Building Services

Commercial management

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems

Results-driven

Job description

Head of M&E - Building Services

Location: Milton Keynes (Office-Based- Some Flex)
Salary: £150,000 + Car Allowance + Commission / Bonus

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and fast-growing M&E Building Services contractor based just outside Milton Keynes. With a current annual turnover of approximately £10 million (£6 million Electrical / £4 million Mechanical), the business has ambitious plans to reach £50 million within the next five years. Operating across high-profile Government (SC cleared), NHS, and commercial projects, the company is built on a foundation of strong financial stability, a robust cash flow, and an excellent workplace culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and success.

The Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and commercially astute Head of M&E to play a leading role in shaping the company's next phase of growth. You will take overall responsibility for the performance of the M&E divisions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. This position requires a strong leader who combines technical expertise with strategic and commercial awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Full ownership of company P&L, ensuring consistent growth and profitability.
• Provide leadership and direction to both Electrical and Mechanical teams.
• Manage and develop key client relationships within Government, NHS, and commercial sectors.
• Oversee delivery of multiple projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and financial performance.
• Drive operational excellence through effective processes and resource management.
• Utilise and develop existing supply chain and subcontractor networks (existing relationships advantageous).
• Opportunity to bring your own team if desired.
• Work closely with senior management to shape strategic business direction and support expansion plans.

About You

• Proven leadership experience within the M&E Building Services industry.
• Strong commercial background, ideally having managed or grown a multi-million-pound operation.
• Excellent understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services delivery.
• Established network of suppliers, contractors, and clients (advantageous).
• Results-driven, ambitious, and committed to achieving both personal and company success.
• Able to commute to the Milton Keynes area with flexibility to travel (travel requirements will vary).

What's on Offer

• Basic salary from £90,000 per annum
• Car allowance
• Commission and performance-based bonuses
• Excellent workplace culture and long-term career opportunity within a growing business

Application Process

There will be a two-stage interview process following registration with ARC:

1. Stage One: Informal exploratory discussion
2. Stage Two: Formal interview and presentation (details provided in advance)

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Harry Severn
(phone number removed)