Head of M&E

ARC (Norwich) Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E Building Services contractor is seeking a Head of M&E to drive performance and growth in Milton Keynes. You will oversee the M&E divisions, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership and commercial experience, with a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical services. An excellent opportunity to shape the future of a thriving business with a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Excellent workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within the M&E Building Services industry.
• Strong commercial background managing multi-million-pound operations.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the performance of the M&E divisions.
• Provide leadership and direction to Electrical and Mechanical teams.
• Manage key client relationships in Government and NHS sectors.
• Oversee multiple project deliveries ensuring quality and compliance.
• Drive operational excellence through process and resource management.

Skills

Leadership experience in M&E Building Services

Strong commercial background

Understanding of mechanical and electrical delivery

Established network of suppliers and contractors

Results-driven attitude

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:

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

Contact

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

• Harry Severn
• [e-mail]
• 01603 519250