M&E Manager

Location:
Kent

Salary: £85,000 – £95,000 + Package

Employment:
Permanent or Freelance

Start Date:
January 2027

Skilled Careers are working exclusively with a rapidly growing main contractor to appoint an experienced Technical Services Manager / Building Services Manager for a high-profile project in Kent.

This is one of those projects you'll want on your CV.

A genuinely unique scheme that offers something different from the usual commercial, residential or office developments. It's a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a prestigious project that will stand out on your CV for years to come.

The contractor has experienced substantial growth over the last eight years, increasing turnover from approximately £5m to over £65m, with plans to exceed £100m. With an impressive pipeline of work across London and the South East, there are excellent opportunities beyond this initial project.

You will take responsibility for the delivery of an M&E package valued at approximately £8m, working closely with the project and design management teams.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position requiring somebody with a strong mechanical background who understands how building services installations should be managed on site.

• Managing the M&E subcontractor from installation through to commissioning and handover.
• Overseeing mechanical and electrical works, ensuring programme, quality and safety standards are achieved.
• Reviewing and challenging technical drawings and resolving design coordination issues.
• Managing installation sequencing and coordinating M&E activities with the wider construction programme.
• Identifying potential technical issues and implementing practical solutions.
• Working closely with the Project Manager, Design Manager and wider construction team.
• Taking full ownership of M&E delivery and subcontractor performance.

We are looking for somebody who has developed their career through a mechanical building services background and has extensive experience delivering M&E installations.

You may currently be working as a Technical Services Manager, Building Services Manager, M&E Manager, Mechanical Project Manager or M&E Construction Manager.

• Strong mechanical building services background.
• Proven track record delivering substantial M&E packages.
• Main contractor or established M&E subcontractor experience.
• Excellent technical knowledge of mechanical installations and building services coordination.
• Ability to interpret and challenge technical drawings.
• Strong subcontractor management and site leadership skills.
• A practical, proactive approach to resolving problems and driving project delivery.

This isn't a predominantly design or pre-construction role. We're looking for somebody who knows what good looks like on site, can challenge subcontractors when necessary and can take ownership of the installation.

What's on Offer?

• £85,000 – £95,000 + Package.
• Permanent or freelance opportunities considered.
• An exceptional, high-profile project that will genuinely enhance your CV.
• Opportunity to join a contractor experiencing significant growth.
• Strong pipeline of projects across London and the South East.
• Potential to move directly onto another major London project following completion.
• Long-term career development and progression.

This is a full-time, site-based position in Kent.