Senior M&E Contracts Manager

Role Overview
The Senior M&E Contracts Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of electrical and M&E projects from pre-construction through to handover. The role focuses on programme management, financial control, quality assurance, client liaison and workforce leadership to ensure profitable and compliant project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Pre-Construction & Planning

* Prepare project programmes, sequencing plans and logistics strategies.

* Develop procurement schedules and support purchasing/financial planning.

* Engage early with supply chain and establish labour/resource strategies.

* Attend design meetings and contract reviews; identify potential variations.

* Produce operational, quality and health & safety plans.
Project Delivery

* Monitor progress against programme and implement delay-recovery actions.

* Lead procurement of materials and subcontractors in line with company procedures.

* Maintain accurate financial tracking, cashflows, orders and reporting.

* Review invoices, labour reports and expenses; prepare variations and final accounts.

* Manage commissioning, handover documentation and O&M manuals.
Client & Stakeholder Management

* Act as main client contact throughout project lifecycle.

* Provide consistent updates on progress, costs and changes.

* Obtain agreement to variations and extensions of time.

* Represent the company at meetings and support marketing/testimonial efforts.
Operations & Workforce Management

* Lead site teams, set consistent operational standards and ensure efficiency.

* Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors; review performance.

* Mentor junior Contract Managers and support team development.

* Ensure compliance with recruitment, induction and workforce legislation.
Quality, Compliance & Health & Safety

* Monitor installation quality, minimise snagging and secure client sign-off.

* Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, MCS and industry standards.

* Maintain accurate RAMS, monitor site safety and attend internal H&S meetings.

* Support training needs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience

* NVQ Level 3 minimum (Level 6 preferred) or equivalent electrical qualification.

* Approved Electrician status and SMSTS (essential).

* Strong track record managing M&E/electrical projects to completion.

* Commercially astute with experience in cost control and final accounts.

* Skilled in client liaison, team leadership and subcontractor management.

* Strong understanding of electrical installations, RAMS and H&S legislation.

* Full UK driving licence