M&E Project Manager

Posted 17 December 2025
Salary £330 - £380/day
Start Date ASAP
LocationNottingham
Job type Contract
Job DurationN/A
Discipline M&E
ReferenceI.G / Nottingham

Job description

​Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager

We are currently delivering a commercial construction project and are seeking an experienced Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Project Manager to join the team on a freelance basis.

About the role 

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing the M&E packages on site, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Overall management of the mechanical and electrical works on a commercial project

  • Plan, coordinate, and manage M&E activities in line with the main construction programme

  • Manage and supervise M&E supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, and direct labour

  • Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions; manage RFIs and design coordination

  • Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager, consultants, and other trade leads

  • Ensure full compliance with health & safety requirements, including RAMS, permits, and safe systems of work

  • Monitor quality through regular inspections and audits of mechanical and electrical installations

  • Oversee testing, inspection, commissioning, and certification of M&E systems

  • Track progress, identify risks, delays, and interface issues, and implement mitigation measures

  • Manage variations, costs, and change control related to M&E packages

  • Lead snagging, defect resolution, and final commissioning and handover documentation

  • Produce regular progress reports and maintain accurate site and project records

Required Experience & Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an M&E Project Manager on commercial or industrial projects

  • Strong background delivering fit-out, shell & core, or large-scale commercial developments

  • Solid technical understanding of both mechanical and electrical services

  • ECS Gold Card (Manager or equivalent) preferred

  • SSSTS or SMSTS

  • Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills

  • Ability to manage subcontractors, programmes, and budgets

  • Full UK Driving Licence

To Apply

Please submit your up-to-date CV to apply for the Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager role.