M&E Project Manager

Metlen Plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Friendly environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager to lead the EGL1 Project team in Newcastle. You will own end‑to‑end delivery of major Building Services, Auxiliary Systems and HV equipment installations across the contract, coordinating across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning and Commercial to meet schedule and budget.

You will manage contractor performance, safety, quality and risk, chair contract reviews, and ensure seamless interfaces between design,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, construction management or contract management roles.
• Proven track record managing major M&E, industrial, power generation, transmission or HV electrical installation contracts.
• Strong knowledge of contractor management and project delivery within an EPC environment.
• Ability to manage multiple contractors, work packages and technical interfaces simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness, including experience in contract change, performance management, claims and risk.
• Professional qualification or membership such as APM, PMI, CMI, ICE, IET or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to influence and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in joint venture, consortium or multi-party project environments.
• Experience in heavily regulated construction or infrastructure industries.
• Excellent command of English, strong Microsoft Office skills and a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of accountability for assigned M&E and HV equipment installation contracts, from contract award through handover and close-out.
• Lead the safe and successful delivery of Building Services, Auxiliary Systems, transformer installation, MV systems, and HV primary and valve installation packages.
• Manage contractor performance against contractual requirements, programme milestones, quality targets and HSE requirements.
• Chair contract review meetings, track actions to close-out, and address non-performance, constraints and commercial exposure.
• Coordinate delivery across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Commercial and Project Controls functions.
• Align contractor programmes with integrated project schedules and support Level 4/5 programme development.
• Monitor package progress, installation readiness and commissioning milestones, providing updates to Project Management.
• Coordinate design deliverables, technical submissions, temporary works proposals and interfaces between design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Support the resolution of technical queries, design issues and construction constraints, including buildability, constructability and commissioning reviews.
• Manage package budgets, forecast performance, change events, compensation events, variations, claims and contractual risks with Commercial/Project Controls.
• Coordinate contractor activities across project locations, ensuring adequate resourcing, safe execution, quality records and hand-over documentation.
• Identify package-level risks and opportunities, implement mitigation plans and escalate issues through governance channels.
• Build relationships with client, consortium partners, contractors and internal stakeholders, representing METLEN in meetings.

Skills

Contract management

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Planning & organisation

Team coordination

NEC contracts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the‑art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently looking for an M&E Project Manager to join the EGL1 Project team, based in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. The role will hold full responsibility for managing, coordinating and delivering major Building Services, Auxiliary Systems and HV equipment installation contracts across the project.

Your role will encompass:

• Act as the single point of accountability for assigned M&E and HV equipment installation contracts, from contract award through handover and close‑out.
• Lead the safe and successful delivery of Building Services, Auxiliary Systems, transformer installation, MV systems, and HV primary and valve installation packages.
• Manage contractor performance against contractual requirements, programme milestones, quality targets and HSE requirements.
• Chair contract review meetings, track actions to close‑out, and proactively address non‑performance, constraints and commercial exposure.
• Coordinate delivery across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Commercial and Project Controls functions.
• Align contractor programmes with integrated project schedules and support the development and maintenance of Level 4 and Level 5 programmes.
• Monitor package progress, installation readiness and commissioning milestones, providing clear performance updates to Project Management.
• Coordinate design deliverables, technical submissions, temporary works proposals and interfaces between design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Support the resolution of technical queries, design issues and construction constraints, including buildability, constructability and commissioning reviews.
• Manage package budgets, forecast performance, change events, compensation events, variations, claims and contractual risks in collaboration with Commercial and Project Controls.
• Coordinate contractor activities across project locations, ensuring adequate resourcing, safe execution, progressive quality records and complete hand‑over documentation.
• Identify package‑level risks and opportunities, implement mitigation plans, and escape significant issues through the appropriate project governance channels.
• Build effective relationships with the client, consortium partners, contractors and internal stakeholders, representing METLEN in package, progress and coordination meetings.

What you bring to the role:

• A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience in project management, construction management or contract management roles.
• Demonstrable experience managing major M&E, industrial, power generation, transmission or HV electrical installation contracts.
• Strong knowledge of contractor management and project delivery within an EPC environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple contractors, work packages and technical interfaces simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness, including experience in contract change, performance management, claims and risk.
• Professional qualification or membership such as APM, PMI, CMI, ICE, IET or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to influence and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in joint venture, consortium or multi‑party project environments.
• Experience in heavily regulated construction or infrastructure industries.
• Excellent command of English, strong Microsoft Office skills and a full UK driving licence.

It would be beneficial to have:

• Experience delivering HVDC, substation, transmission or other large‑scale energy infrastructure projects.
• Attractive remuneration package.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Continuous training and learning.

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