Job Title: M&E Project Manager
Location: North East (based on major commercial project sites)
Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:
Branta Recruitment are seeking a highly skilled M&E Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale commercial developments across the North East. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation at the forefront of high-profile construction projects, managing all mechanical and electrical packages from inception to handover.

You will oversee the successful coordination of M&E works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

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Take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and delivery of M&E services on large commercial developments.

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Manage M&E project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve key milestones and targets.

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Oversee design reviews, technical submittals, and value engineering exercises to optimise project outcomes.

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Ensure all M&E works comply with relevant regulations, quality standards, and health & safety requirements.

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Lead progress meetings with clients, design teams, and contractors, providing clear updates on project performance.

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Monitor budgets and control costs, working closely with commercial teams to ensure financial targets are met.

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Manage commissioning and handover processes, ensuring O&M documentation is delivered in line with contract requirements.

Requirements:

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Proven experience managing M&E packages on large-scale commercial construction projects.

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Strong technical knowledge of building services, including mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.

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Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

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Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain strong working relationships at all levels.

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Good commercial acumen with experience in budget control and cost management.

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Relevant qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.

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SMSTS, CSCS, and relevant H&S training preferred.

Desirable:

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Experience working on complex, multi-phase developments.

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Knowledge of sustainable building practices and low-carbon technologies.

Benefits:

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Salary up to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

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Excellent pension scheme

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Company car or car allowance

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Private healthcare

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Opportunity to lead high-profile, flagship projects

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Ongoing professional development and training

If you're an experienced M&E Project Manager looking to take the lead on some of the North East's most exciting commercial builds, we want to hear from you. Apply online or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for more information