M&E Contracts Manager

Artisan Recruitment Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced M&E Contracts Manager to oversee the final stages of a key project. The role requires expertise in managing M&E works, particularly with a mechanical focus during commissioning. Successful candidates will have a proven track record in contract management, strong leadership traits, and effective communication skills. The position offers a temp-to-perm pathway and performance incentives tied to project outcomes.

Benefits

Temp-to-perm pathway

Project completion incentive

Pivotal role in major project

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an M&E Contracts Manager is essential.
• Strong mechanical background preferred, with emphasis on commissioning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage contractors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of M&E works until project completion.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensure smooth commissioning activities meet quality standards.
• Drive programme, quality, and compliance throughout the project.
• Report progress, risks, and KPIs to senior leadership.

Skills

Experience in M&E contracting

Mechanical background

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Artisan are recruiting for an experienced M&E Contracts Manager to support an established M&E Contractor through the final stages of a key project. While the role covers both mechanical and electrical disciplines, we are ideally seeking a candidate with a strong mechanical bias, particularly to support the commissioning phase. However, highly experienced candidates from either side will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of M&E works through to project completion
• Lead, coordinate and manage subcontractors and internal teams
• Ensure commissioning activities run smoothly and meet quality standards
• Drive programme, quality, and compliance across all phases of the project
• Report progress, risks and KPIs to senior leadership

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an M&E Contracts Manager
• Strong mechanical background preferred, especially in commissioning
• Ability to take ownership, drive progress, and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills

What's On Offer

• Temp-to-perm pathway for candidates meeting key performance criteria
• Project completion incentive tied to KPI achievements
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a major project to a high standard