M&E Project Manager - Water

Position: M&E Project Manager - Water Sector
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 ServicesSMSTS, 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.