M&E - Construction Manager

ISS Labour Ltd; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Labour Ltd is recruiting an experienced M&E Construction Manager to lead a major BESS project near Falkirk, Scotland. The role offers a £-competitive CIS day rate and a long-term contract, focusing on safe, high-quality mechanical and electrical installation on a large energy storage facility.

You will coordinate on-site teams, supervise subcontractors, and align with project management, engineering and commissioning to meet milestones while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme.
• CSCS card appropriate to the role and site requirements.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health and safety training.
• Proven M&E Construction Management experience in BESS or substation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation works and coordination.
• Experience with electrical testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate mechanical and electrical installation activities on site.
• Oversee subcontractors, specialist contractors and site installation teams.
• Coordinate construction activities with project management, engineering and commissioning teams.
• Monitor progress, productivity and programme milestones.
• Ensure works comply with project specs, drawings, inspection and test plans, and quality requirements.
• Maintain high health, safety and environmental standards.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and construction challenges.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning preparation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, site procedures and construction regulations.
• Participate in progress meetings, risk assessments and method statement reviews.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid at Work

IOSH Managing Safely

M&E Construction Management experience

HV/LV knowledge

Job description

M&E Construction Manager - Major BESS Project

Near Falkirk, Scotland

£-Competitive day rate (CIS)

Long Term Contract

We are seeking an experienced M&E Construction Manager to join a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a major energy infrastructure development, supporting renewable energy generation and the transition towards a more sustainable energy network.

We are looking for a proactive, experienced construction professional to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of mechanical and electrical installation. You will be responsible for managing and coordinating M&E construction activities to the required quality standards and in line with the project programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate mechanical and electrical installation activities on site.
• Oversee subcontractors, specialist contractors and site installation teams.
• Coordinate construction activities with project management, engineering and commissioning teams.
• Monitor progress, productivity and programme milestones.
• Ensure works comply with project specifications, drawings, inspection and test plans, and quality requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and construction challenges.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning preparation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, site procedures and construction regulations.
• Participate in progress meetings, risk assessments and method statement reviews.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme.
• CSCS card appropriate to the role and site requirements.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health and safety management training.
• Proven experience as an M&E Construction Manager within a BESS or Substation environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installation works, construction sequencing and subcontractor coordination.
• Good knowledge of construction health and safety legislation, risk assessments and method statements.
• Experience coordinating electrical testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of HV/LV systems, electrical isolation procedures and permit-to-work systems.

Candidates must have the appropriate competence and authorisation for any electrical or high-voltage activities they supervise. Specific project and client requirements will apply.