M&E Project Manager

Macstaff; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 personal holiday days per year

Company pension scheme

Job summary

A leading energy services provider is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Manchester to oversee M&E decarbonisation projects. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in building services and renewable energy project delivery, coupled with strong technical skills in Solar PV and heat pumps. You will manage project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining stakeholder relationships. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 holiday days plus public holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in M&E or renewable energy project delivery.
• Strong technical understanding of renewable energy systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex, multi-site projects with high values.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and contract administration experience (JCT D&B, Minor Works, NEC).
• Deep understanding of HSE/CDM regulations in M&E and construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to project delivery team.
• Manage planning, procurement, and scheduling for projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Liaise with UKPN, DNOs, planners and local authorities to secure connections and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM and company standards.
• Drive stakeholder engagement with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners.
• Monitor risks and lead resolution of technical and commercial issues.
• Mentor project managers and technical staff to build a high-performing team.
• Provide regular project performance reporting to senior management.

Skills

Senior management experience in M&E

Technical understanding of Solar PV

Stakeholder management skills

Commercial acumen

P&L budgeting

Job description

Delivering M&E/MEP decarbonisation projects, working from Manchester/Remotely, within an innovative multi‑disciplinary energy services provider of renewable energy installations and HVAC retrofit project services to commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the M&E project delivery team across all stages of the project lifecycle—from feasibility and design through to commissioning and handover.
• Oversee project planning, procurement, cost control, and scheduling to ensure optimal delivery performance.
• Manage and coordinate M&E engineering, construction, and commissioning activities across Solar PV, Heat Pumps, LED upgrades, and electrical infrastructure works.
• Liaise with UKPN, DNOs, local authorities, and planning departments to secure necessary consents, connections, and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) legislation, company standards, and CDM Regulations.
• Drive stakeholder engagement with clients, consultants, and supply‑chain partners to maintain strong relationships and achieve successful outcomes.
• Monitor project risks, implement mitigation strategies, and lead resolution of technical and commercial issues.
• Develop and mentor project managers and technical staff to build a high‑performing team.
• Provide regular project performance reporting to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at senior management level within M&E, building services, or renewable energy project delivery.
• Strong technical understanding of Solar PV systems, air source and ground source heat pumps, LED lighting, and electrical distribution infrastructure.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UKPN/DNO connection processes, planning requirements, and relevant UK regulations and standards.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi‑site projects with values typically exceeding.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in P&L budget management, revenue forecasting, and contract administration (typically JCT D&B and Minor Works and also NEC variants).
• In‑depth understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance in M&E and construction environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £NEG + Fantastic Package.
• 25 personal holiday days per year (plus an additional 8 public holidays).
• Company pension scheme.

Application

To apply, send your CV in confidence to [e-mail].