M&E Site Manager

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £50k-£55k per annum

Permanent employment

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced M&E Site Manager to lead mechanical and electrical installations on commercial and industrial projects in Essex. You will oversee site operations, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure safety, quality and programme delivery.

The role requires a solid building services background, ability to read drawings and RAMS, and effective liaison with clients and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Experience as an M&E Site Manager or similar in M&E contracting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors.
• Experience ensuring safety, quality and programme delivery.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of RAMS and site health & safety requirements.
• Experience in commercial or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management and coordination of M&E installation activities.
• Supervise and coordinate site operatives and subcontractors.
• Oversee installation of HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure correct delivery.
• Monitor progress and resolve delays.
• Coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractor requirements.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and health and safety.
• Attend site progress meetings and report to Project Managers.
• Handover of completed installations with documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Site management

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS qualification

CSCS or ECS card

Job description

M&E Site Manager

Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + Package
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are currently working with an established and growing Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contractor seeking an experienced M&E Site Manager to join their team in Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager with a strong background in mechanical and electrical building services to take responsibility for the successful delivery of M&E installation projects across commercial and industrial environments.

Our client is looking for a proactive and organised individual who can confidently manage site operations, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and maintain high standards of workmanship, health and safety and project delivery.

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing mechanical and electrical activities on site, ensuring projects progress efficiently and are completed safely, on programme and to specification.

Working closely with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors and other construction trades, you will be responsible for coordinating site activities, resolving technical challenges and ensuring the successful delivery of projects.

This position would suit an experienced M&E Site Manager or a Mechanical or Electrical Site Manager looking to broaden their responsibilities across both disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of mechanical and electrical installation activities across assigned projects.

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical and electrical operatives, specialist subcontractors and site teams.

• Oversee the installation of building services systems, including HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, pipework, electrical distribution, containment, lighting and power systems.

• Review mechanical and electrical drawings, technical specifications and installation requirements to ensure works are delivered correctly.

• Monitor site progress against project programmes, identifying potential delays and implementing practical solutions.

• Work closely with Project Managers to coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractor requirements.

• Ensure mechanical and electrical installations comply with relevant building regulations, industry standards and health and safety requirements.

• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks and quality checks to maintain high standards of safety and workmanship.

• Review and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring safe working practices are followed.

• Liaise with clients, main contractors, consultants and other trades to coordinate site activities and resolve technical or operational challenges.

• Identify and resolve coordination issues between mechanical and electrical services to minimise installation clashes and programme delays.

• Maintain accurate site records, including daily progress reports, site diaries, permits and quality assurance documentation.

• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring works are completed in accordance with project specifications and agreed programmes.

• Coordinate mechanical and electrical testing, inspection, commissioning, snagging and handover activities.

• Attend site progress meetings and provide regular updates to Project Managers and senior management.

• Support the successful handover of completed installations, ensuring all relevant documentation and quality assurance records are provided.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an M&E Site Manager, Building Services Site Manager, Mechanical Site Manager, Electrical Site Manager or in a similar supervisory position within an M&E contracting environment.

• Strong mechanical or electrical background with a good working understanding of both disciplines.

• Proven experience overseeing M&E installations across commercial or industrial construction projects.

• Good technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services, including HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, pipework, power distribution, containment and lighting systems.

• Experience supervising multidisciplinary site teams, operatives and specialist subcontractors.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

• Good understanding of construction health and safety requirements, building regulations and relevant industry standards.

• Experience coordinating mechanical and electrical installations alongside other construction trades.

• Strong organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, contractors and site teams.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain project deadlines.

• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification desirable.

• Relevant mechanical, electrical or building services qualifications preferred.

• CSCS, ECS or an equivalent industry-recognised skills card advantageous.

• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

• Additional company benefits package.

• Full-time, permanent employment offering long-term stability.

• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and industrial M&E projects.

• Supportive working environment with an experienced management team.

• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

• Career progression opportunities within an established and growing contractor.

• Opportunity to take ownership of site operations and contribute directly to successful project delivery.

• Join a business with a strong pipeline of upcoming projects and opportunities for continued growth.

About the Company

Our client is an established M&E contractor providing mechanical and electrical installation services across a range of sectors.

The business has developed a strong reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality installations while maintaining a professional and collaborative approach to project delivery.

With a continued focus on growth and developing long-term client relationships, the company is looking to strengthen its operational team with an experienced M&E Site Manager.

Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their responsibilities, contribute ideas and develop their careers within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.