M&E Project Manager

M&E Project Manager (Decarbonisation) | Northern Ireland Vickerstock are delighted to be partnering with a leading forward-thinking engineering and energy delivery organisation to recruit a newly created M&E Project Manager role within their Decarbonisation Business Unit. This role has been introduced to support the organisation's growth in delivering low-carbon, sustainable energy and decarbonisation solutions across commercial and public sector projects.

Although the title reflects Mechanical & Electrical, the primary focus of the position is mechanically biased project delivery, with a real advantage for candidates who come from a trades background. Your new role as M&E Project Manager (Decarbonisation) As M&E Project Manager, you will lead and co-ordinate mechanical project delivery across a range of decarbonisation and energy infrastructure initiatives. You will work closely with multi-discipline teams from design through to on-site execution, ensuring mechanical solutions are practical, buildable, compliant, and aligned with the client's sustainability objectives.

Key responsibilities will include:
Managing the delivery of mechanical systems and works within decarbonisation projects. Leading mechanical installation planning, coordination, and execution across project delivery phases. Liaising with design, fabrication, and site teams to ensure mechanical solutions are delivered on time, to quality and budget. Supporting pre-construction planning, technical clarifications, and procurement activities. Ensuring mechanical design intent, site safety, and compliance standards are maintained throughout delivery.

Providing practical mechanical insight to project teams, particularly where trade-level understanding adds value. Supporting continuous improvement in project delivery processes and decarbonisation outcomes. What you'll need to succeed as M&E Project Manager To be considered for this role, you should demonstrate:
Strong practical grounding in mechanical systems, ideally gained through a trades background, apprenticeship, or mechanical engineering experience. Experience managing mechanical elements of projects - ideally within decarbonisation, energy, building services, or related sectors. Solid understanding of mechanical installation practices, M&E interfaces, and site delivery challenges. The ability to read technical and schematic drawings, and translate them into practical on-site execution plans.

Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. A proactive, hands-on mindset with a focus on delivery and safety. Confidence working collaboratively across design, procurement, fabrication, and project teams. Previous experience in decarbonisation, energy transition, heat networks, or low-carbon infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous. What's in it for you? In return, you'll receive a competitive package and the opportunity to lead mechanical project delivery within a growing business unit focused on sustainable energy solutions, including:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Permanent employment on offer with a newly formed decarbonisation delivery team. Opportunity to work on meaningful, impactful projects that contribute to decarbonisation and net zero goals. Collaborative environment that values practical knowledge and innovation. Professional development and exposure to a range of decarbonisation technology and delivery approaches. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity or similar construction roles in Northern Ireland, contact our specialist recruitment team today.

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Mechanical Engineering Decarbonisation Project Manager