Contracts Manager – M&E / Critical Infrastructure

Contracts Manager – M&E / Critical Infrastructure Central London £80,000 - £95,000 + Package (DOE) An established M&E contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join the business on a permanent basis, initially overseeing a high-profile critical infrastructure project in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong pipeline of work secured across mission-critical and technically challenging environments. The successful candidate will take ownership of a major plant replacement project within a live operational facility, managing all aspects of delivery from planning and procurement through to commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities * Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of M&E projects * Management of critical shutdowns and complex live-environment works * Client and stakeholder management * Coordination of subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors * Programme management and reporting * Commercial awareness including variations and project costs * Health & Safety leadership and compliance * Management of commissioning, testing and handover activities * Attendance at client, design and progress meetings Experience Required * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Project Manager or Operations Manager within the M&E sector * Strong Mechanical Building Services background preferred * Experience delivering projects within live operational environments * Previous involvement in plant replacement, HVAC, cooling or critical infrastructure projects * Experience managing subcontractors and multi-disciplinary teams * Strong understanding of health & safety and permit-to-work systems * Excellent client-facing and communication skills Highly Desirable * Data Centre experience * Critical cooling or chiller replacement experience * Hospital, pharmaceutical or mission-critical environment experience * Knowledge of commissioning and complex shutdown planning What's on Offer * Permanent position with long-term career prospects * Strong pipeline of future projects across London and the South East * Competitive salary and package * Opportunity to work on technically challenging and high-profile projects * Immediate start available for the right candidate For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please apply with your CV