M&E Project Manager

Freelance M&E Project Manager - Huddersfield

Project: -25m - Office refurbishment scheme
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Duration: 6 months
Job Type: Freelance / Contract
Reporting into: Regional Director

About the Company

A leading M&E subcontractor, specialising in designing and installing building services across the UK. They are innovators and prioritises safety achieving an industry-leading safety record. Delivering high quality and complex solutions in all sectors including, Education, Residential, Aviation, Defence, Leisure & Energy.

The Opportunity

As a highly experienced M&E Project Manager, you will play a key role leading the mechanical and electrical packages on a -25m office refurbishment in West Yorkshire. You will work in close partnership with operations, planning, design, and commercial teams to drive the successful, timely, and high-quality delivery of the project. Your role is critical in coordinating all M&E works, ensuring they are executed safely, efficiently, and in full alignment with the overall project programme and quality standards.

What We''re Looking For

Qualifications:

• SMSTS
• CSCS / ECS / JIB Card
• First Aid

Experience:

• A background of 5 years minimum with a proven track record of success operating as an M&E Project Manager or in a similar position delivering M&E packages in excess of -10m
• Experience delivering M&E packages on major projects for a specialist MEP subcontractor or leading a similar package for a main contractor

Key Skills:

• IT skills
• Impressive leadership abilities
• Expertise in budget management
• Effective strategic vision and planning capabilities
• Proven experience in building and managing relationships
• Strong understanding of construction laws and regulations
• Clear and effective communication skills, written and verbal
• Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise tasks efficiently
• A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques
• A track record of delivering quality results whilst maintaining positive relationships
• Proficient in project management software, industry-specific tools, and relevant technical expertise
• Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles, systems and technologies

Key Responsibilities

• Offer expert mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Provide support and technical guidance to site team
• Oversee the planning and scheduling of mechanical and electrical works
• Verify that all M&E work adheres to local codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Assign resources such as, materials, and equipment to oversee and fulfil project needs
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure working environment
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify that systems are functioning correctly before project completion
• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and cost overruns
• Manage the procurement process for materials, equipment, and subcontractor services related to M&E installations
• Communicate regularly and consistently with clients and stakeholders to create project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Observe and monitor the project expenditures and tracking costs, ensuring compliance with budgetary limitations
• Execute quality control measures and perform inspections to ensure adherence to electrical codes and standards
• Communicating effectively and consistently with clients, offering project updates, resolving issues, and ensuring client satisfaction
• Identify potential risks associated with M&E systems and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on the project
• Establish and enforce quality control measures for M&E installations, to guarantee that all work complies with the necessary specifications and standards
• Supervise the on-site installation of mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring that all work adheres to safety regulations, meeting quality standards
• Review and approve design documents for mechanical and electrical systems, overseeing compliance with industry standards and regulations

Contact Details:

Contact: James Shorte (Associate Director) or Thomas Robertshaw (Resourcer) at Caval - (phone number removed)