M&E Project Engineer

4802234
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Leicester
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Building Services
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    £50,253 to £56,535

M&E Project Engineer: £50,253 to £56,535, (Public Sector)

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a large and well-established organisation with a complex and diverse estate, for an M&E Project Engineer to join their Estates and Project Delivery team.
The organisation is committed to ongoing investment in its infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and built environment, with a strong pipeline of capital and maintenance projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative environment delivering meaningful, technically challenging schemes.
They offer a supportive culture, modern facilities, and flexible hybrid working.

Your new role

As an M&E Project Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering a range of capital and revenue projects from inception through to completion, following the RIBA Plan of Work.
You will lead multiple projects (typically £250k–£5m) with a strong Mechanical & Electrical bias, including Long Term Maintenance schemes, minor works, and energy/carbon reduction initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:

Managing projects to meet time, cost, and quality objectives
Developing project briefs and supporting business cases and funding bids
Identifying and implementing appropriate procurement strategies
Leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, including consultants and contractors
Acting as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders
Ensuring compliance with H&S, CDM regulations, and statutory requirements
Contributing to continuous improvement within the Project Delivery function

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience delivering construction projects with a strong M&E focus
Experience managing multiple projects (up to £5m) in complex environments
Strong understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work and full project lifecycle delivery
Experience managing consultants, contractors, and supply chain partners
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Knowledge of construction procurement, contracts, and governance processes

Desirable:

Experience within a complex estate environment (e.g. public sector, healthcare, education, or similar)
Experience in business case development or investment appraisal
Awareness of sustainability, energy, or carbon reduction projects
Relevant qualifications in Building Services / Engineering, with H&S or project management certification

What you'll get in return

Salary: £50,253 to £56,535 per annum
  • Hybrid working model
Annual Leave & Flexibility
  • 27 days annual leave
  • 6 organisation closure days + 8 bank holidays
  • Option to purchase up to 10 additional days
Pension
  • Highly competitive pension offering:
    • 6.1% employee contribution
    • 14.5% employer contribution
Additional Benefits
  • Modern working environment with high-quality facilities
  • On-site amenities including restaurants and cafés
  • Access to state-of-the-art fitness facilities including:
    • Gym
    • Swimming pool
    • Sauna and spa
  • Health checks and tailored fitness plans

What you need to do now


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