M&E Quality Manager London, Kent & Surrey | Multi-site / MEP | Contract £(Apply online only) per day (depending on experience) Our client is a well-regarded M&E specialist with a strong track record delivering complex refurbishment and new-build projects. They run structured delivery teams with clear reporting lines and solid on-site support, and they're now looking for an experienced M&E Quality Manager to own quality across a portfolio of live sites in London, Kent and Surrey. You'll be the quality lead across the region — setting the standard, driving right-first-time delivery, and making sure every site's documentation, inspections and sign-offs stand up to scrutiny. What you'll be doing * Develop, implement and maintain the M&E quality management plan across multiple live sites in London, Kent and Surrey. * Own the ITP process: preparing, issuing and tracking Inspection & Test Plans for mechanical and electrical works. * Carry out regular site audits and inspections, ensuring installations meet design intent, specification and British Standards. * Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) from raise through to close-out, working with site teams and subcontractors to resolve root causes. * Review and approve subcontractor quality documentation, method statements and RAMS for compliance. * Support commissioning and handover, ensuring O&M manuals, as-built drawings and test certificates meet the required standard. * Chair and coordinate quality meetings with site teams, client representatives and subcontractors across the region. * Coach and upskill site management teams on quality standards, right-first-time principles and documentation requirements. What you'll need * Proven experience as an M&E Quality Manager / Quality Manager on mechanical and electrical or MEP projects. * Strong working knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001) and their practical application on site. * Experience preparing and managing ITPs, audits, inspections and non-conformance processes. * A background with a Main Contractor, M&E Contractor or specialist MEP subcontractor. * Confident communicator, comfortable holding site teams and subcontractors to account on quality standards. * Willingness and ability to travel regularly between sites across London, Kent and Surrey. * Able to pass relevant security / vetting requirements where sites fall within secure or controlled-access environments. Why this role This is a regional quality lead role with real influence — you'll set the bar across multiple live sites rather than being confined to one, working closely with site management and client teams to make sure quality never slips. Apply now or get in touch
M&E Quality Manager in London employer: James Lewis Recruitment
At James Lewis Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our West London location provides access to cutting-edge projects in the data centre sector, while our commitment to employee growth ensures that you will have ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and car allowance, we are dedicated to supporting our team members both personally and professionally.
