M&E Manager

MRR Infrastructure Limited; Great Wymondley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking an M&E Manager for the Wymondley 400kV Substation project. This role entails overseeing M&E works and supporting the site manager, with the opportunity to step into the site manager role as the project evolves. The ideal candidate will have experience in the T&D industry, preferably on National Grid sites, with necessary qualifications, including NSI certifications. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while managing diverse site activities.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• At least 5 years of experience in the T&D industry, preferably on National Grid sites.
• NSI 6 & 8 Competent Person certification required.
• First Aid training and HSG47 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee M&E works on site and eventually manage the project.
• Ensure works are delivered on time and to safety standards.
• Produce timely reports and operational information.
• Lead compliance with HSQE policies and guidelines.

Skills

Leadership in health, safety, quality & environmental management

Compliance with CDM regulations

Ability to supervise subcontractors

Good communication skills

Education

HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering

Formal Electrical Training

Job description

Overview

M&E Manager at Wymondley 400kV Substation (SG4). To oversee the M&E works and support the site manager in the day to day running of the project eventually taking over as SR163 site manager for the project when the project needs dictate. Act as cover on site when the site manager is not on site and to supervise the works on site including interfacing with and sensibly monitoring any subcontractors whilst feeding back the necessary information whilst ensuring the project runs efficiently, on time, on budget and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Duration: Rolling 6 month contract on an 18 month project

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the M&E works on the project, eventually stepping up to site manager for the whole project
• Ensure compliance to CDM regulations on site
• Ensure all setting to work procedures are followed
• Ensure works are delivered to a programme whilst maintaining the highest standards of health and safety
• Produce reports and provide information in a timely manner
• To provide sufficient and timely supervision and guidance to ensure staff and sub-contractors are performing to agreed production levels
• To maintain own levels of skill and knowledge to do the job effectively
• To perform other duties as directed by your line manager or management team
• To comply with the relevant Company HSQE and welfare policy provisions
• To support clients and ensure all agreed KPIs are met or exceeded
• Promote best practice, capture best practice and ensure it is fed-back into the business.
• Lead by example in health, safety, quality & environmental management.
• Ensure quality standards are met and maintained throughout the project and assist with the generation of as built drawings
• Assist with the implementation of Safe Systems of Work including issuing Permits to Dig
• Set others to work and monitor throughout the task / project

Minimum Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• National Grid Competent Person NSI 6 & 8
• IOSHH Managing Safely or SMSTS or SSSTS
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the T&D industry, preferably on National Grid sites
• HSG47
• CITB TWS or TWC
• First Aid

Desirable

• HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering
• Formal Electrical training
• Impressed Voltage training
• IOSH environmental or equivalent
• Impressed Voltage awareness
• Previous TP137 or SR163 experience and appointment

Physical Requirements

• Site based role. Must have the ability to safely manoeuvre around a construction site including uneven and rough terrain on foot for up to 10 hours per day.
• For the office element they must have the ability to use repetitive hand motion and the ability to grasp and type using general office equipment. Must be able to sit for long periods of time, talk, hear, walk and stand. Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds.

Cognitive Requirements

Requires the ability to collect and analyse information to make decisions. Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment and solve problems; the ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities; the ability to read and apply financial and quantitative analysis; the ability to articulate and speak in front of others; the ability to work under stressful situations, good cognitive skills, ability to maintain accuracy in work, and the ability to concentration on more than one task at a time. Must have the ability to understand and apply written/verbal instructions and the ability to delegate instructions.

Schedule and Work Activities

10 hour days Mon - Fri with occasional weekends as the project needs dictate

Travel

Ability to travel nationally is required for the role. Level of travel may vary over time depending on project and client requirements, but expectation is up to 100% of working time spent travelling per year depending on project location. The individual should be able to book and arrange all of their own travel and accommodation.