Overview
M&E Project Manager - Water Infrastructure
Location: Bristol / South West
We're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced M&E Project Manager to support the delivery of major water projects across the South West.
Operating within long-term framework programmes, you will lead the delivery of mechanical and electrical installation packages across a portfolio of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes. These projects play a critical role in maintaining and improving essential water and wastewater services for communities across the region.
This role is ideal for an M&E project professional who enjoys working in technically complex environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
The Role
As M&E Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful planning and delivery of mechanical and electrical works across water infrastructure projects.
You will oversee the full project lifecycle from pre-construction planning through installation, commissioning and handover, ensuring all M&E elements are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
Working closely with civil teams, design teams, commercial teams and specialist subcontractors, you will ensure seamless coordination between disciplines and maintain strong client relationships throughout project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of mechanical and electrical works across water infrastructure projects
- Lead projects from planning and procurement through installation and commissioning
- Coordinate M&E subcontractors, suppliers and specialist installation teams
- Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
- Develop installation strategies, construction methodologies and delivery plans
- Work closely with civil and engineering teams to ensure effective integration of works
- Monitor programme performance and implement corrective actions where required
- Manage project risks, technical challenges and design coordination issues
- Support commercial teams with cost management, change control and forecasting
- Attend and lead project progress meetings, site reviews and client meetings
- Ensure compliance with technical specifications, quality standards and contract requirements
- Oversee testing, commissioning and handover processes
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and delivery teams
About You
You will be an experienced M&E Project Manager with a background delivering mechanical and electrical installations within infrastructure, utilities or industrial environments.
Essential
- Proven experience delivering M&E packages on infrastructure or utilities projects
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation processes
- Experience managing subcontractors and specialist supply chain partners
- Experience delivering projects within regulated sectors such as water, utilities or energy
- Good understanding of construction contracts (NEC preferred)
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to manage programme, risk and delivery across complex projects
Desirable
- Experience delivering M&E works on water or wastewater treatment projects
- Degree or qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services
- SMSTS, CSCS or relevant site management certifications
- Experience working on AMP water framework projects
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £85,000
- Annual bonus scheme
- Company car or car allowance
- Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Private medical insurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- Structured mentoring and professional development programmes
- Employee recognition and long service awards
- Access to share schemes, cycle to work scheme and gym discounts
- Employee support services for colleagues and their families
If you're an M&E Project Manager with experience delivering infrastructure or utilities projects, this is an opportunity to work on long-term water framework programmes with strong career progression and project continuity.
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