Hays Specialist Recruitment

M&E Project Engineer

Leicester, Leicestershire LE1 7RH

Key information

Pay
£50,253 - £56,535
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
16 Jul 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

About this role

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 focusExperience 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

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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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