Project Manager

The Highfield Company; Fareham; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

The Highfield Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead mechanical and electrical (M&E) projects across the UK. You will oversee programmes, budgets, site teams and client relationships from inception to completion, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a proven construction PM background, strong leadership and communication skills, and the flexibility to travel to project sites across the UK as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry.
• Experience managing M&E or mechanical building services projects.
• A project management qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience in coordinating project teams and people management.
• Excellent client-facing skills and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and multi-priority management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple M&E projects from inception to completion.
• Plan and monitor programmes, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
• Coordinate resources, labour, materials and subcontractors.
• Monitor risks and take corrective actions to protect commercial performance.
• Maintain project documentation and progress reporting.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and their representatives.

Skills

Project management

M&E building services

People management

Client communication

Budgeting

Health & safety

Education

Project management qualification

Job description

Project Manager - M&E / Building Services

The Opportunity

An established building services business is looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical (M&E) projects across the UK.

This role offers the opportunity to take responsibility for projects from inception through to completion, managing programmes, budgets, site teams, subcontractors and client relationships to ensure successful delivery.

The successful candidate will be an organised and commercially aware project professional with a proven background in construction project management, strong people management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.

The position is suited to someone who can take ownership of their projects, resolve challenges proactively and maintain high standards of safety, quality and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage multiple M&E projects from inception through to completion.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor project programmes, ensuring works are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage project resources, labour requirements, materials and subcontractors.
• Monitor project performance, identify potential risks and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure project specifications and client requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, programmes and progress reports.
• Coordinate site activities to ensure efficient and effective delivery.

Commercial Management

• Manage project budgets, costs, invoicing and financial performance.
• Monitor contractual requirements and identify changes to the agreed scope of works.
• Manage variations, ensuring additional works are documented, agreed and commercially recovered.
• Monitor project costs and take appropriate action to protect commercial performance.
• Liaise with internal commercial, finance, operations and estimating teams as required.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and their representatives.
• Act as a key point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Attend client and site meetings, providing clear and accurate progress updates.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Resolve issues and conflicts professionally, keeping projects on track and maintaining positive working relationships.

Team Leadership, Health & Safety

• Coordinate and manage site teams and subcontractors.
• Provide direction and support to ensure work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.
• Ensure appropriate health and safety documentation and safe systems of work are in place.
• Monitor site safety and quality through regular visits, inspections and audits.
• Work with the relevant health and safety team to maintain compliance with company procedures and applicable requirements.
• Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability, safety and continuous improvement.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• Proven experience working as a Project Manager within the construction industry.
• Experience managing M&E or mechanical building services projects.
• A project management qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience in people management and coordinating project teams.
• Excellent client-facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to manage challenges and resolve conflicts.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project budgets, costs and variations.
• A professional, proactive approach with a strong commitment to quality, health and safety, and client satisfaction.
• The flexibility to travel to project sites throughout the UK.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• The opportunity to work on a variety of M&E projects throughout the UK.
• The opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop your career within an established building services business.

Location Requirements

Applicants should be based within approximately two hours' travelling distance of Fareham. Candidates based in London are excluded from the current search.

The role requires travel to project sites throughout the UK.