Project Manager
Location: Birmingham
Sector: Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Building Services
About the Role
My client is a leading building services contractor delivering high‑quality mechanical and electrical solutions across a wide range of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, and industrial projects. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the Birmingham team. This key role is responsible for the successful delivery of M&E projects from pre‑construction through to handover, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of M&E projects from inception to completion
- Manage project programmes, budgets, and resource allocation
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design, commercial, and site operations
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company standards
- Monitor project performance, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
- Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
- Oversee procurement and subcontractor management in collaboration with the commercial team
- Ensure quality assurance and successful project handover
- Provide regular reporting to senior management on project progress
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction or M&E building services
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and project lifecycles
- Experience managing projects under JCT and/or NEC contracts
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
- Relevant qualifications in construction, engineering, or project management
- Professional accreditation (e.g. APM, CIOB) desirable
- SMSTS or equivalent health & safety qualification
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £60,000 - £80,000
- Annual Leave: 25 days + bank holidays
- Car Allowance: £5,000 - £7,000 per annum (or company car option)
- Bonus: Up to 15% annual performance‑related bonus
- Pension: 5% employer contribution
- Private healthcare or healthcare cash plan
- Life assurance
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear progression into Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager roles
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
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