Project Manager

A leading M&E service provider, based in Leeds, are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their Maintenance and Projects Division, managing M&E, Facilities Management, and Building Services projects from enquiry to final account. About the role You will lead safe, efficient project delivery, act as a key client contact, manage commercial performance, and identify opportunities for improvement, sustainability, and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Delivery & Planning · Manage projects from enquiry to completion, handover, and final account. · Define scope, deliverables, programmes, milestones, and resource requirements. · Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials, plant, and specialist resources. · Monitor progress, risks, dependencies, variations, and site requirements. Commercial Management · Prepare quotations, tenders, scopes of work, and technical proposals. · Manage costs, profitability, WIP, valuations, applications, invoices, and final accounts. · Control variations, change orders, and additional works opportunities. Client & Stakeholder Management · Act as the main client and stakeholder contact. · Build strong relationships and lead progress meetings, site reviews, and updates. · Provide technical and commercial guidance and identify growth or service improvement opportunities. Technical Oversight · Review drawings, specifications, RAMS, permits, and commissioning requirements. · Ensure compliance with engineering standards and client requirements. · Support delivery and resolve technical issues across HVAC, heating, ventilation, water services, plant, and associated systems. Procurement & Supplier Management · Identify, procure, and coordinate materials, equipment, goods, and services. · Evaluate subcontractor and supplier performance and review technical submissions. Leadership & Team Management · Lead, allocate, and monitor work across engineering teams, supervisors, and support staff. · Provide mentoring, technical support, and cross-discipline collaboration. Quality, Health & Safety · Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory regulations, and client procedures. · Conduct inspections, risk assessments, and safe system reviews. · Promote health and safety, monitor quality, and address incidents or non-conformance. Commissioning & Handover · Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging, handover, and close-out. · Coordinate O&M documentation, client training, warranty, and post-handover support. Skills & Experience · Experience managing projects in FM, Building Services, M&E, or Hard FM environments. · Strong knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical building systems. · Commercial experience, including budgets, reporting, cost control, and final accounts. · Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and commissioning documentation. · Strong coordination, client-facing, organisational, and problem-solving skills. · Confident managing multiple projects and using Microsoft Office or project management systems. Desirable Qualifications & Certifications · Relevant Engineering, Building Services, Construction, or Facilities Management qualification. · Project management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM, Agile, or equivalent. · IOSH, SMSTS, SSSTS, NEBOSH, or similar certification. · Knowledge of CDM Regulations, permit-to-work systems, statutory compliance, CAFM, and scheduling software. · Professional membership and a full UK Driving Licence are desirable. What They Offer · Competitive salary and benefits. · Professional development and career progression. · A supportive, collaborative environment. · Diverse projects and the opportunity to deliver high-quality engineering and facilities services