Project Manager

Job Title:Project Manager (Mechanical or Electrical Bias)
Location:Leeds
Salary:65,000 - 70,000 + Company Package (including car allowance)
Project Value: 13 million M&E
Contract Length:3 years

Company Overview:

A well-established leader in the building services and engineering industry, our client specialises in delivering complex and high-quality mechanical and electrical (M&E) solutions across a wide range of sectors. They are committed to creating innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for our clients, offering exceptional value and performance and we are now looking for an experienced Project Manager with a mechanical or electrical bias to join their team. Works will be on a major residential project in Leeds and this exciting opportunity will involve overseeing a large-scale, multi-block residential development with a total M&E value of 13 million, scheduled to commence on-site in October 2025 with pre-con works starting early 2025.

Role Overview:

As Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the management and successful delivery of this major residential development project and have strong pre-con skills. This includes managing all phases from pre-construction through to the final handover, ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-construction Phase: Work closely with the senior management team and other stakeholders to develop and finalise the project plan, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Project Delivery: Oversee the day-to-day operations on-site, managing the project team and subcontractors. Ensure that the M&E works are coordinated effectively and all tasks are completed in accordance with the project specifications.
Budget and Cost Control: Manage the project budget, identifying and mitigating any financial risks, and ensuring cost-effective solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
Health & Safety: Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance on-site, in line with company policies and regulations.
Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, ensuring that all parties are aligned and informed throughout the project.
Quality Assurance: Ensure that the M&E works are completed to the highest quality standards, complying with all relevant industry regulations and client requirements.
Project Handover: Lead the final handover process, ensuring that all project deliverables are completed and documented to meet client expectations.

Skills & Experience Required:

Pre-construction Expertise: Strong experience in pre-construction planning, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management, ideally within the residential or similar sectors.
M&E Knowledge: A solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, with either a mechanical or electrical engineering background.
Project Management Experience: Proven experience managing large-scale building services projects, ideally with a focus on M&E works, from pre-construction through to handover.
Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to effectively oversee project teams and subcontractors.
Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

Qualifications:

A relevant project management qualification (e.g. Prince2, APM, or equivalent) would be beneficial, along with building services project experienced of either a mech or electrical bias.

Salary and Package:

In addition to the competitive salary of 65-70K, the role offers a comprehensive company benefits package, including a car allowance.
Excellent career prospects with a highly regarded M&E provider.
If you are a highly skilled Project Manager with a strong M&E background and are looking for a rewarding new challenge in the heart of Leeds, we want to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dynamic team delivering an exciting and high-profile development project.