Operations Manager (Mechanical & Electrical)

Higgins McGrath; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel reimbursement

Benefits package

Professional Development support

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness programs

Job summary

Higgins McGrath is seeking an experienced M&E Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations across our M&E projects. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to high quality, guiding planning, resource allocation, and risk management across multiple regions.

You will manage Project Managers and Engineers, engage clients and subcontractors, uphold health and safety standards, and drive cost control and profitability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in M&E project delivery with a track record in large scale projects.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role within operations.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day M&E project operations across multiple sites.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to high quality.
• Lead planning, resource allocation, and risk management across regions.
• Develop operational strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Mentor Project Managers, Engineers and support staff.
• Maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors; represent the company in meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Budget management

M&E knowledge

Project delivery

People management

Education

Building Services Engineering degree

CSCS Managers Card

SMSTS

IOSH/NEBOSH

Job description

Are you an experienced M&E Operations Manager seeking your next move upwards?

The business provides complete Mechanical and Electrical services across all sectors of the construction industry including Industrial, Logistics, Food, Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Commercial, Hotel & Leisure, High-End Residential, Public, and Energy.

From design stage to the installation and the ongoing maintenance of their facilities, their valued and highly skilled workforce provide our clients with an efficient, reliable and best in class service.

The company is a UK Top 30 contractor who take pride having successfully delivered multiple large-scale projects across England, Scotland and Wales. Ambitious plans are seeing continued growth as well as new office openings, headcount is growing rapidly in line with nine figure turnover.

Job Description

Operational Leadership: Oversee day-to-day operations across M&E projects, ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, implement best practices in project planning, resource allocation, and risk management.

Strategic Planning: Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives, drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Team Management: Lead and mentor Project Managers, Engineers, and support staff, foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, represent the company in high-level meetings and negotiations.

Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations, quality standards, and industry codes, oversee audits and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Financial Oversight: Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, identify opportunities for cost savings and margin improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in senior operations leadership within the M&E or building services sector.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, project delivery, and construction processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Commercial acumen with experience in budget management and P&L responsibility.
• Familiarity with UK building regulations, CDM, and health & safety standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams across different regions.

Qualifications

• Ideally degree or equivalent in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. NB: open to someone who has progressed from the tools also.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CSCS Managers Card, SMSTS, IOSH/NEBOSH) desirable.
• Minimum 10+ years' experience in M&E project delivery, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Additional Information

Having an inclusive and flexible culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.

As well as being supported and encouraged to develop your career here, we also offer the following:

What We Offer

• Hands-on role with cutting-edge construction technology.
• Opportunities to grow within a forward-thinking, tech-driven construction team.
• Competitive compensation, travel reimbursement, and benefits package.
• Professional Development support
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Wellness programs