Temporary Site Services Manager – M&E

Elite Hire Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking an experienced Temporary Site Services Manager in Birmingham to lead their M&E business unit. The role combines strategic management with hands-on operational delivery across multiple projects. Ideal candidates will possess senior-level experience in temporary site services within M&E, strong financial acumen, and the skills to lead multidisciplinary teams. Benefits include a competitive salary of £65–70k, company car, and pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or allowance

Pension and private healthcare

Performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing M&E or temporary site services at a senior or business-unit level.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, including budget management £1M+.
• Expertise in temporary electrical systems, BS 7671, water hygiene, fire safety, and construction legislation.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple sites / regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality regulations.
• Manage budgets and commercial performance of the business unit.
• Develop strategic growth opportunities and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Financial management

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or Construction Management

Electrical Qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Temporary Site Services Manager – M&E / Construction

Salary : £65–70k + Company Car / Allowance + Bonus

Permanent – Nationwide Projects

We are looking for an experienced Temporary Site Services Manager to lead a growing M&E business unit delivering electrical, mechanical, water, and fire protection services across multiple construction projects nationwide. This is a senior leadership role combining strategic management with hands‑on operational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of electrical, mechanical, and fire protection engineers, site managers, and support staff.
• Deliver temporary site services, including electrical distribution, water, fire alarm systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure all projects comply with health, safety, quality, and statutory regulations.
• Manage budgets, P&L, and commercial performance of the business unit.
• Develop and implement strategic growth opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience managing M&E or temporary site services at a senior or business-unit level.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, including budget management £1M+.
• Electrical qualifications essential (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, 17th / 18th Edition, or similar).
• Knowledge of temporary electrical systems, BS 7671, water hygiene, fire safety, and construction legislation.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple sites / regions.
• Excellent planning, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications / Experience

• HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or Construction Management

SMSTS or JIB grading

• Experience delivering compliance services (Fire Safety, Water Testing, EICR, PAT) across multi-site projects

Benefits

• Competitive salary £65–70k
• Company car or allowance + fuel
• Pension and private healthcare
• Performance-related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays