M&E Project Lead

Company:  Involve Recruitment
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Seeking a highly skilled Mechanical & Electrical Project Lead to oversee the delivery of a major 40M Government lead project in Newcastle upon Tyne. Working with a large M&E contractor, this role offers the chance to take a pivotal position, leadng from the front and working closely with the client.

As the M&E Project Lead, you will act as the central point between the client, design and on site delivery, You will be responsible for ensuring the project runs smoothly across all stages, from design through to completion, managing changes in design, budgets, and general programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities ;

  • Lead and attend client meetings, acting as the primary M&E point of contact.

  • Review, monitor, and manage budgets across each project stage.

  • Oversee design changes, ensuring these are communicated effectively to Engineers and site Project Management

  • Coordinate both Mechanical and Electrical, ensuring the programme is adhered to and all H&S risks are managed

  • Work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to drive successful project delivery.

  • Ensure compliance is up to date, with all relevant health and safety documentation in place and all regulations are adhered to

About You

  • Can be either Mechanical or Electrical biased, with a strong knowledge of the other discipline.

  • Proven experience managing large scale / value M&E projects

  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets effectively.

  • Excellent communication skills, able to confidently lead meetings and liaise with clients, engineers, and project teams.

  • Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex programmes.

The opportunity offers ;

  • Competitive salary package (dependent on experience).

  • Opportunity to lead a high profile 40M government project

  • Long-term career prospects within a market-leading contractor

  • Professional and supportive team environment

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