M&E Manager - Tier 1 Contractor

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced M&E Manager to oversee two major education projects in Stanmore and Hayes. This site-based role involves full ownership of MEP elements from procurement to handover, ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in managing MEP packages on large-scale projects and a collaborative approach to work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing full MEP packages on large-scale projects.
• Experience overseeing multiple blocks or sites concurrently is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP delivery across two concurrent projects.
• Procure, coordinate and supervise M&E activities on site.
• Manage MEP design development and coordination with external consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Formal Qualifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Stanmore & Hayes – Two Education Projects

Premises Recruitment are currently working with a Top 20 UK Main Contractor, part of a financially robust international group with a strong forward order book of UK building projects.

Current schemes range from £50m to £350m+, across residential, mixed-use, healthcare, and education sectors.

The Opportunity:

We’re seeking an experienced M&E Manager / Building Services Manager / Technical Services Manager to join the delivery team on two major education projects in Stanmore and Hayes.

• A £50m new build secondary school
• A £40m new build extension and refurbishment of a secondary school
• Both projects are 3-year programmes

This role is site-based, working across both projects concurrently. You’ll report into the Project Director and will take full ownership of the MEP elements from procurement through to handover, including testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

• Lead MEP delivery across two concurrent projects (£90m total value)
• Procure, coordinate and supervise M&E activities on site
• Oversee main MEP subcontractor and related CDP package interfaces
• Manage MEP design development and coordination with external consultants
• Ensure MEP delivery is aligned to H&S, programme, cost, and quality expectations
• Attend technical reviews and manage production of tech subs
• Coordinate testing and commissioning phases
• Lead and mentor site-based MEP team (supervisors, engineers etc.)
• Liaise daily with site and construction teams to ensure integration of MEP works with the wider build programme

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing full MEP packages on large-scale projects (£15m+ MEP value preferred)
• Mechanical or Electrical background, ideally with formal qualifications
• MEP delivery experience with a main contractor or major MEP subcontractor
• Strong understanding of building services design, programme management, and commissioning
• Track record delivering high-quality M&E packages on education, healthcare, or similar complex projects
• IT literate with good attention to detail and report writing capability
• Experience overseeing multiple blocks or sites concurrently is advantageous

The contractor is known for investing in and promoting their staff, with a collaborative working environment and clear career progression routes.

This is a great opportunity for an MEP professional looking for long-term development on complex, prestigious schemes.

Apply now to be considered for this opportunity or to request a full job specification.

For more information, contact Rob James at 020 8502 0111.

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