M&E Site Manager

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Lenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term stability

Training opportunities

Career progression

Benefits package

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced M&E Site Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical installations on site in Kent. The role focuses on delivering quality work safely, on programme and to the required standards within a reputable contractor.

You will manage M&E teams, subcontractors and site stakeholders, coordinating activities across HVAC, plumbing and electrical services while maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience as an M&E Site Manager or similar, within an M&E contractor.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Experience delivering commercial or industrial M&E installation projects.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings and specs.
• Solid health and safety practices and site management experience.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee M&E installations on site, ensuring safety, on time delivery and quality.
• Coordinate operatives, subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Supervise HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing and electrical works.
• Ensure works align with drawings, specs and regulations.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and implement solutions.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks and safety assessments.
• Maintain RAMS, progress reports, permits and QA records.
• Coordinate materials, plant and labour to keep programme.
• Support testing, commissioning, snagging and handover.

Skills

Site management

M&E knowledge

Reading drawings

Leadership

Health & safety

Problem solving

Education

SMSTS/SSSTS

Building services quals

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

M&E Site Manager

Location: Kent

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 per annum + Package

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced M&E Site Manager to join a well-established and growing Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contractor based in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in mechanical and electrical building services to join a reputable contractor offering long-term stability, a supportive working environment and opportunities for career progression.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day delivery of mechanical and electrical installations across a range of commercial and industrial projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to a high standard.

You will work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors and site teams, taking responsibility for coordinating M&E activities, managing site operations and ensuring the successful delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage mechanical and electrical installations on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical and electrical operatives, subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Supervise the installation of building services systems, including HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical distribution, lighting and associated M&E services.
• Ensure all M&E works are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and relevant industry regulations.
• Monitor project progress, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions where necessary.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks and health and safety assessments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures and site-specific requirements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients, consultants and other trades to ensure effective coordination of works.
• Manage site documentation, including RAMS, progress reports, permits and quality assurance records.
• Coordinate materials, plant and labour requirements to maintain project programmes.
• Oversee the coordination of mechanical and electrical services, identifying and resolving installation clashes.
• Support testing, commissioning, snagging and project handover activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide regular updates on progress, challenges and programme requirements.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an M&E Site Manager, Building Services Site Manager or in a similar role within an M&E contractor.
• Strong mechanical and electrical building services knowledge, ideally with experience overseeing both disciplines.
• Proven experience delivering commercial or industrial M&E installation projects.
• Good understanding of HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical distribution and associated building services systems.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures and site management practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification preferred.
• Relevant mechanical, electrical or building services qualifications desirable.
• CSCS card preferred.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Additional company benefits package.
• Permanent position offering long-term stability.

Opportunity to work on a variety of mechanical and electrical projects.

Supportive and professional working environment.

Opportunities for training, development and career progression.

Join an established contractor with a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.

About the Company

Our client is an established M&E contractor delivering mechanical and electrical installation services across a variety of sectors. With a strong focus on quality, safety and building long-term client relationships, the business continues to grow and is looking to strengthen its site management team.

The company prides itself on maintaining a supportive working environment where employees are valued and have the opportunity to develop their careers.