Senior Project Manager (MEP)

Fawkes and Reece; City Of London; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected Building Services Contractor is seeking a Senior M&E Project Manager to lead a flagship commercial decarbonisation project in Central London. This position offers the autonomy to manage high-profile projects ensuring technical excellence and compliance. The ideal candidate has proven experience in large commercial projects and strong leadership skills. The company emphasizes a welcoming culture and offers substantial career development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Strong bonus structure

Continuous personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering major M&E packages on large commercial or mixed-use projects.
• Solid background within established MEP contractors.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the M&E delivery strategy from pre-construction to handover.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and internal engineering resources.
• Build strong working relationships with main contractors and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems

Job description

Senior M&E Project Manager - Major Commercial Project (London)

Location: City of London

Salary: £95K- £100K per Year

Contract: Permanent

Type: Full Time

Reference: VAC-384821_1763569289

Posted: November 19, 2025

The Role

A well-respected Building Services Contractor is seeking a Senior M&E Project Manager to lead a flagship commercial decarbonisation and refurbishment project in Central London. This senior role sits within a growing division delivering major commercial, plant replacement and shell & core projects for prominent main contractors.

As Senior M&E Project Manager, you will take full ownership of project delivery, ensuring technical excellence, commercial control, and seamless integration of mechanical and electrical packages. Responsibilities include:

• Leading the M&E delivery strategy from pre-construction to handover
• Managing project teams, subcontractors, and internal engineering resources
• Building strong working relationships with main contractors and clients
• Overseeing design coordination, technical submissions, and change management
• Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and programme performance
• Driving commissioning and project closeout

This position offers the autonomy to lead a high-profile London project while contributing to a team with forward momentum and an expanding pipeline.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Welcoming, people-focused culture:

The business is known for its genuine family feel. Recent internal feedback shows new starters feel welcomed, valued, and part of a supportive team. Cultural fit and character are central to their hiring approach.

Strong project pipeline:

With multiple major commercial and mixed-use schemes in delivery and pre-construction, the business is expanding through strengthened partnerships with major UK contractors.

Career development:

They offer one of the strongest progression and training frameworks in the MEP contracting sector, with well-defined pathways for senior leadership growth.

• Enhanced pension with additional employer contributions
• Strong bonus structure at senior levels
• Continuous personal and professional development

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience delivering major M&E packages on large commercial or mixed‑use projects
• A solid background within established MEP contractors
• Strong technical understanding across both mechanical and electrical systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Candidates from reputable M&E contractors working on commercial schemes are encouraged to apply. Those with primarily residential experience are typically a less suitable fit.

Please call Lewis Calder from Fawkes and Reece London if you are interested in this position.