M&E Project Manager in Cambridge

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced M&E Project Manager to join NG Bailey Facilities Services as part of our Facilities & Infrastructure Services Projects Team. Reporting into the Projects leadership team, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of multiple M&E projects ranging from £10,000 to £3 million, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal support functions, you will manage projects from initial survey and tender stage through to successful handover and completion. You will play a key role in maintaining profitability, strengthening customer relationships, and driving operational excellence across a diverse project portfolio.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Managing multiple M&E projects of varying size and complexity, valued between £10,000 and £3 million.
• Developing and overseeing project delivery plans to ensure works are completed in line with programme, budget and quality requirements.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Leading projects through all relevant RIBA stages, from initial brief and planning through to handover and close out.
• Taking ownership of SHEQ compliance and promoting a strong safety-first culture across all project activities.
• Managing stakeholder engagement, procurement activities, subcontractor appointments and project programmes.
• Reviewing and approving RAMS and ensuring robust compliance with statutory and client requirements.
• Providing technical leadership and expertise across M&E disciplines, including acting as Principal Contractor when required.
• Surveying future works opportunities and producing competitive tender submissions.
• Supporting bid teams and delivering presentations to prospective clients.
• Setting clear objectives and performance expectations for delivery teams to achieve operational excellence.

What we're looking for:

• Industry-recognised trade or professional qualification.
• Proven experience successfully managing multiple M&E projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, forms of contract and CDM regulations.
• Knowledge and practical application of RIBA project stages.
• Experience managing direct labour, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to deliver profitable project outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management systems.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports, project documentation and tender submissions.

What will make you stand out?

• Experience working within Facilities Management, Building Services or M&E contracting environments.
• PRINCE2 and/or PMI (Project Management Institute) qualifications.
• Proven experience acting as Principal Contractor on client projects.
• Strong track record of developing long-term client relationships and securing repeat business.
• Experience supporting major bids and project mobilisation activities.
• Demonstrable success in delivering projects safely, efficiently and profitably.

Benefits

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Competitive Salary on Offer – Plus Car or Car Allowance
• Option to Buy or Sell Additional Holidays
• Pension with a leading provider and up to employer contribution
• Private Medical Insurance
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Benefits Scheme including Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Travel Insurance and Cycle to Work
• Life Assurance
• Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
• Career Progression Pathways

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us:

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.