Senior Project Manager M&E

Company: JD Recruitment Solutions
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Location: London
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior M&E Project Manager to join our team, delivering high-value mechanical and electrical installation projects from concept to completion.

In this key client-facing role, you will be on site overseeing the complete lifecycle of operational M&E installations across a diverse range of commercial and industrial schemes including high-specification data centre fit-outs.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strong technical leader who combines hands-on operational delivery with commercial acumen and senior client management skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Site Operations & Delivery: Lead, manage, and oversee all on-site M&E operational activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to specification, and within budget.
  • Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary on-site point of contact for clients, main contractors, sub-contractors, and consultants, building strong relationships and leading progress meetings.
  • Technical Oversight: Review M&E designs, drawings, and specifications. Coordinate spatial requirements, value engineering, and buildability checks on site.
  • Quality & Safety: Enforce rigorous health, safety, environmental, and quality assurance standards across all installation phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and commissioning procedures.
  • Commercial & Financial Control: Manage project valuations, variations, sub-contractor accounts, supply chain scheduling, and progress reporting alongside the commercial team.
  • Commissioning & Handover: Oversee the commissioning, testing, sign-off, and handover process for complex mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring seamless operational readiness for the client.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

  • Experience: Proven track record as an M&E Project Manager or Senior M&E Project Manager delivering large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
  • Sector Expertise: Prior experience managing data centre fit‑outs or critical infrastructure projects is highly advantageous.
  • Technical Background: Strong operational background in mechanical and electrical engineering installations (HND/Degree or trade background equivalent).
  • Design Capability: Practical M&E design experience or design review capability ishighly advantageous.
  • Client-Facing Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with a proven track record of managing senior client relationships on site.
  • Certifications: Valid CSCS Black Card, SMSTS, and relevant technical/professional memberships (e.g., CIBSE, IET, APM) are preferred.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Career progression within a growing, industry-leading organisation
  • Exposure to complex, flagship infrastructure projects

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Posted: November 9th, 2026