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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
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Prepare project programmes, sequencing plans and logistics strategies.
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Develop procurement schedules and support purchasing/financial planning.
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Engage early with supply chain and establish labour/resource strategies.
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Attend design meetings and contract reviews; identify potential variations.
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Produce operational, quality and health & safety plans.
Project Delivery
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Monitor progress against programme and implement delay-recovery actions.
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Lead procurement of materials and subcontractors in line with company procedures.
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Maintain accurate financial tracking, cashflows, orders and reporting.
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Review invoices, labour reports and expenses; prepare variations and final accounts.
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Manage commissioning, handover documentation and O&M manuals.
Client & Stakeholder Management
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Act as main client contact throughout project lifecycle.
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Provide consistent updates on progress, costs and changes.
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Obtain agreement to variations and extensions of time.
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Represent the company at meetings and support marketing/testimonial efforts.
Operations & Workforce Management
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Lead site teams, set consistent operational standards and ensure efficiency.
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Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors; review performance.
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Mentor junior Contract Managers and support team development.
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Ensure compliance with recruitment, induction and workforce legislation.
Quality, Compliance & Health & Safety
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Monitor installation quality, minimise snagging and secure client sign-off.
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Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, MCS and industry standards.
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Maintain accurate RAMS, monitor site safety and attend internal H&S meetings.
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Support training needs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
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NVQ Level 3 minimum (Level 6 preferred) or equivalent electrical qualification.
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Approved Electrician status and SMSTS (essential).
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Strong track record managing M&E/electrical projects to completion.
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Commercially astute with experience in cost control and final accounts.
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Skilled in client liaison, team leadership and subcontractor management.
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Strong understanding of electrical installations, RAMS and H&S legislation.
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Full UK driving licence