M&E Contract Manager

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Greater London is seeking an experienced M&E Contract Manager. This leadership role involves overseeing the engineering team's operational and financial performance while ensuring compliance and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical or Building Services Engineering, proven management experience, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include managing maintenance services, leading teams, and maintaining compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience in a similar management role within facilities or building services.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering and support teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal procedures.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance services.
• Monitor budgets, WIP, and financial reporting.
• Promote health & safety and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Technical proficiency in Electrical systems

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

C&G Level 3 qualification in Electrical

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems (e.g., Concept)

Job description

M&E Contract Manager

The M&E Maintenance Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the operational, compliance, and financial performance of the engineering team. This individual will ensure the efficient delivery of both reactive and planned maintenance services, with a strong focus on statutory compliance, team leadership, and client satisfaction. The role requires a technically proficient and highly organized professional with a strong background in electrical systems and facilities management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering and support teams.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal procedures.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and the supply chain.
• Handle HR tasks including recruitment, training, and team development.
• Monitor budgets, WIP, and financial reporting.
• Resolve technical issues and client escalations.
• Maintain compliance documentation and systems (e.g., Concept, Webquote).
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote health & safety, customer service, and CBRE values.

Experience Required:

• Strong technical background in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum C&G Level 3 qualification in Electrical.
• Proven experience in a similar management role within facilities or building services.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems (e.g., Concept).
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Desirable:

• Healthcare/HTM experience.
• BOAS Cat 2 qualification.
• HTM AP qualifications.
• ILM Level 2 or equivalent leadership training.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Aff ective Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)