M&E Project Lead

Company: Involve Recruitment
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Seeking a highly skilled Mechanical & Electrical Project Lead to oversee the delivery of a major £40M Government led project in Newcastle upon Tyne. Working with a large M&E contractor, this role offers the chance to take a pivotal position, leading from the front and working closely with the client.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and attend client meetings, acting as the primary M&E point of contact.
  • Review, monitor, and manage budgets across each project stage.
  • Oversee design changes, ensuring these are communicated effectively to engineers and site project management.
  • Coordinate both Mechanical and Electrical, ensuring the programme is adhered to and all H&S risks are managed.
  • Work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to drive successful project delivery.
  • Ensure compliance is up to date, with all relevant health and safety documentation in place and all regulations adhered to.

Qualifications

  • Can be either Mechanical or Electrical biased, with a strong knowledge of the other discipline.
  • Proven experience managing large scale/value M&E projects.
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to confidently lead meetings and liaise with clients, engineers, and project teams.
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex programmes.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package (dependent on experience).
  • Opportunity to lead a high profile £40M government project.
  • Long‑term career prospects within a market‑leading contractor.
  • Professional and supportive team environment.

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Posted: May 17th, 2026