Company Overview:

Our client is a respected and rapidly growing M&E contractor delivering mechanical and electrical services to high-profile clients across London and the South East. With a strong pipeline of secured work in the healthcare and education sectors, they are now looking for an experienced M&E Contracts Manager to join their team, based out of Gillingham, Kent.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of multiple M&E projects across London, Kent, and Essex, ensuring safe, high-quality, and on-time delivery. You will manage both mechanical and electrical elements of the works, leading teams and maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of M&E projects in live healthcare and education environments

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Ensure all projects are delivered on time, to budget, and in line with technical and quality standards

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Coordinate all site activities, subcontractors, and project teams across multiple live sites

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Liaise with clients, consultants, and main contractors to maintain clear communication and expectations

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Manage procurement, subcontractor packages, and project cost control

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Monitor and enforce health & safety procedures across all sites

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Produce and manage progress reports, programme updates, and site documentation

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Support project teams in resolving technical issues and delivering snag-free handovers

Requirements:

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Demonstrated experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role within the M&E/construction sector

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Strong experience delivering healthcare and/or education sector projects

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Comfortable managing multiple projects across London, Kent, and Essex

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Good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services

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Excellent client-facing skills and stakeholder management

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SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold Card), and first aid certification required

Desirable:

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Experience working in live hospital or educational environments

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Familiarity with HTM standards, CDM regs, and current building regulations

Package:

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Competitive salary + car allowance or company vehicle

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Private healthcare and pension

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Ongoing training and career development

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Established, supportive team and positive company culture