M&E Project Manager

M&E Project Manager 

We are looking for a skilled and driven Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Project Manager to join our team, leading the delivery of high-impact decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects across a portfolio of London schools and leisure centres.

This role will focus on implementing low-carbon technologies—such as air source heat pumps, solar PV, LED lighting upgrades, and improved building controls—to help clients reduce emissions and improve energy performance, in line with the UK Government's net-zero by 2050 targets.

You’ll manage projects funded by initiatives such as the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), working with local authorities, trusts, and contractors to ensure delivery meets technical, financial, and environmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end project management of decarbonisation schemes across education and leisure facilities

• Manage design development, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover of M&E solutions

• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and supply chain partners to deliver energy-efficient systems including heat pumps, BMS upgrades, insulation, and renewable energy

• Oversee contractor performance to ensure delivery is compliant with CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, and funding body requirements (e.g. Salix Finance)

• Develop and manage project programmes, risk registers, budgets, and reporting documentation

• Engage with school leaders, estates managers, and council representatives to coordinate access and minimise disruption

• Ensure delivery of energy savings, compliance reporting, and funding drawdowns

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrable experience managing M&E or building services projects within public sector environments (schools, healthcare, leisure, etc.)

• Strong working knowledge of low-carbon technologies and energy retrofit measures

• Solid understanding of UK regulations and standards, including CDM 2015, Part L Building Regulations, and BS 7671

• Ability to manage contractors and consultants and ensure project milestones and quality standards are met

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including reporting to senior management and public sector clients

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) or Construction Project Management

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across London