M & E Project Manager

RGB Recruitment; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager to coordinate the delivery of a major hospital improvement program in Tyseley, Birmingham. The successful candidate will manage all M&E packages with a focus on fire-protection works. Responsibilities include overseeing HVAC upgrades and installing sprinkler systems, along with client interface and commercial management. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to impact healthcare infrastructure significantly.

Benefits

Opportunity to support flagship hospital improvement programme

Competitive salary and package

Long-term progression with a major UK contractor

Qualifications

• Strong background in M&E project management on major building or healthcare projects.
• Proven experience on sprinkler systems and HVAC.
• Delivering active and passive fire-protection upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&E delivery of building improvement and fire-protection upgrade packages.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical installation and testing.
• Act as the primary client-facing interface, building strong stakeholder relationships.

Skills

M&E project management

Mechanical installation

Fire-protection upgrades

HVAC systems

Client-facing communication

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! (url removed)