M & E Project Manager

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager for the delivery of a major hospital improvement programme. The role involves managing and coordinating M&E packages with a focus on fire-protection works in a live clinical setting. Ideal candidates should possess a strong mechanical bias, experience in stakeholder management, and the ability to operate in sensitive environments such as hospitals. This position offers long-term progression within a reputable UK contractor, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Long-term progression

Opportunity to support flagship projects

Qualifications

• Strong background in M&E project management on major building or healthcare projects.
• Mechanical bias with proven experience working on sprinkler systems and HVAC.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Lead the M&E delivery of building improvement and fire-protection upgrade packages.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical installation, testing, commissioning and integration.
• Act as the primary client-facing interface, building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure full compliance with fire-safety regulations, HTM standards and Tier 1 protocols.

Skills

M&E project management

Stakeholder management

Commercial management

Mechanical bias

Fire-protection knowledge

Job description

M&E Project Manager – Major Hospital Upgrade (Fire Protection Works)

Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Permanent

RGB Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 main contractor who are seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager to support the delivery of a major hospital improvement programme in Birmingham. This high-profile scheme focuses on essential building upgrades and comprehensive fire-protection works within a live clinical setting.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the full coordination, management and delivery of all M&E packages, with a strong mechanical bias. The role includes overseeing sprinkler system works, HVAC upgrades, fire-protection installations, and ensuring seamless technical delivery. You will also play a key role in client interface and commercial management, acting as a trusted representative throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the M&E delivery of building improvement and fire-protection upgrade packages
• Oversee mechanical and electrical installation, testing, commissioning and integration
• Act as the primary client-facing interface, building strong stakeholder relationships
• Manage M&E subcontractors, ensuring progress, quality and compliance
• Support commercial activities including variations, forecasting and subcontract management
• Coordinate sprinkler systems, HVAC upgrades and associated mechanical installation works
• Ensure full compliance with fire-safety regulations, HTM standards and Tier 1 protocols
• Deliver works safely and efficiently within a live hospital environment

Requirements

• Strong background in M&E project management on major building or healthcare projects
• Mechanical bias with proven experience working on sprinkler systems and HVAC
• Experience delivering active and passive fire-protection upgrades
• Previous experience within Tier 1 construction environments or large complex projects
• Strong commercial awareness and demonstrable cost-management skills
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing scenarios
• Ability to manage works in live, sensitive environments such as hospitals

Benefits

• Opportunity to support a flagship hospital improvement programme
• Competitive salary and package
• Long-term progression with a major UK contractor
• A secure pipeline of high-profile upgrade and safety-critical works

If you are looking for a long term position within one the UK's leading construction businesses where your work will make a difference, please get in touch! [e-mail]