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We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.
We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with M&E design and contracting, ideally within a main contractor.
• Strong leadership in HSE.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in managing M&E contractors and ensuring quality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HNC/Degree in a relevant building services discipline.
• Membership of a professional institution is preferred.

You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes.

• Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture
• Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best.
• Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest.
• Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do.
• A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results.

ABOUT US:

Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.
Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.
We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.
For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Building (London & South East Commercial) business please contact Emily Bunniss on emily.bunniss@gallifordtry.co.uk .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.
We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.
Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.
A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

An opportunity has arisen for an M&E Manager to join the team at Galliford Try within our Building (London & South East Commercial) Business. This role will be Site based and cover both elements of pre-construction and delivery.
Ideally, you will based in or around the London area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.
As an M&E Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the mechanical and electrical (M&E) elements of construction projects from tender stage through to completion. Your key responsibilities will include tender input, sub-contractor appointment and coordination, health and safety management on-site, and ensuring quality control in all M&E works. You will work closely with both internal teams and external contractors to ensure all M&E systems are installed, commissioned, and handed over in line with contractual requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tender and Sub-Contractor Management:
• Review M&E information for tenders and select M&E consultants and contractors.
• Prepare M&E scopes of work and manage the appointment of sub-contractors.
• Design and Coordination:
• Manage and review M&E sub-contractor designs, ensuring compliance with regulations and project specifications.
• Coordinate sub-contractor designs, samples, and mock-ups.
• Assist with energy strategy and compliance (e.g., BREEAM).
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):
• Lead HSE efforts on-site, ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Manage risk assessments, site inductions, and safety inspections.
• Develop and manage site-specific health and safety plans.
• Sub-Contractor Control:
• Monitor sub-contractor performance, ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to project timelines.
• Manage contractual changes, issue site instructions, and conduct progress reviews.
• Oversee the commissioning and handover of M&E systems, ensuring all work is completed to required standards.
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensure high standards of workmanship from sub-contractors, conducting regular inspections.
• Monitor quality at each stage of installation and ensure compliance with all specifications.
• Oversee factory and site acceptance testing of major M&E equipment.
• Commissioning and Handover:
• Manage the production of O&M manuals and client training as per contract.
• Coordinate commissioning activities, addressing any defects and ensuring smooth handover.
• Post-Completion:
• Handle any M&E operational issues post-completion and arrange seasonal commissioning as needed.