M&E Contracts Manager

Hadfield, Derbyshire
Rogers McHugh Recruitment

M&E Contracts Manager – £50,000 & Package & Company Bonus & Personal Bonus – Hyde Greater Manchester

The M&E Contracts Manager will play a crucial role in supporting M&E Managers , client consultants , and other professionals to determine project specifications. You will be expected to control between 2-3 sites simultaneously and create programmes from your own sites. Site values will range from £100k – £5M and will be located throughout the North West and surrounding areas. You will be based at our office near Hyde, Greater Manchester and deliver M&E aspects of commercial, education and healthcare projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning and Coordination: Lead and coordinate electrical and mechanical projects in the context of fit outs from inception to completion, including scheduling, cost estimation, and budget management.
2. Material and Equipment Procurement: Plan and oversee the procurement of necessary materials and equipment for fit-out projects.
3. Team Management: Manage project staff, subcontractors, and consultants, ensuring that each project team functions efficiently within the fit out environment.
4. Site Management: Oversee construction site managers daily, including supervising labour forces, monitoring subcontractors, inspecting work, and maintaining quality control for fitouts.
5. Project Timeline and Budget Adherence: Ensure Retail fit-out projects are delivered on time and within budget by setting benchmarks, agreeing on budgets, and monitoring progress.
6. Collaboration: Work closely with architects, surveyors, and engineers to review design documents and ensure project alignment with fit-out specifications.
7. Health and Safety: Promote and maintain health and safety standards within the unique context of fitouts, including conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with safety rules.
8. Reporting: Prepare detailed reports, including work schedules and progress updates, to keep clients and stakeholders informed.
9. Stakeholder Management: Maintain regular communication and attend meetings with Retail clients, their representatives, consultants, subcontractors, and others involved in the Retail fit-out project.
10. Problem Solving: Address any unexpected issues that may arise during the fit-out project.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a M&E Contracts Manager
• Experience with the NICEIC procedures.
• Electrical / Mechanical qualifications and certifications are essential
• Experience in HVAC systems.
• Current CSCS Card (Managers Recognition).
• Valid UK driver’s license.
• Experience in managing multiple sites.
• Strong man-management skills.
• Extensive experience in budget management and project cost control.
• Proficiency in pre-contract coordination.
• Willingness to travel to visit sites & meet the client when necessary