M&E Project Manager

Position: M&E Project Manager (Permanent)
M&E Project Manager - Manchester
£55k-£65k
Design & Build Contractor

Hays are partnered with a rapidly growing Building Services Design & Build Contractor based in Manchester who are looking for an experienced M&E Project Manager to deliver a mix of retrofit, refurbishment, and decarbonisation projects across public, commercial, and large residential buildings. If you want real ownership, variety, and the chance to contribute to the UK's Net Zero ambitions, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

The Role

Deliver multiple M&E projects (£25k-£1m) from pre‑construction to handover
Manage programmes, budgets, contractors, and client relationships
Oversee procurement, design coordination, site delivery, and commissioning
Lead site meetings, ensure compliance, and maintain quality & H&S standards
Produce progress, cost, and risk reports
Support continuous improvement and project best practice

What You'll Be Working On

Projects across:
Public sector buildings, commercial properties, and high‑value domestic / multi‑residential

Typical works:

Heating upgrades & plant rooms
ASHPs, ventilation & AC
Electrical upgrades (power, lighting, controls)
Solar PV, battery storage & BMS
Retrofit & decarbonisation in live buildings

Package & Benefits

£50k-£65k base
Hybrid working - 2 days WFH
Flexible hours
Personal development plan
Private medical
EV & Cycle to Work schemes
Sustainable volunteering day
Regular social events

Essential:

Proven delivery of M&E projects (£25k-£1m)
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems
Experience in public/commercial/large residential buildings
Comfortable working in live/occupied environments
Good commercial awareness & H&S knowledge
Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Design & Build experience
Low‑carbon tech exposure
APM/ PRINCE2/ PMPWhat you need to do now
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