Project Manager

Project Manager – M&E (Healthcare Estate) Location: Reading Salary: Up to £55,000 + Package Start Date: ASAP We are currently supporting a large national facilities management provider with the appointment of a Project Manager to oversee M&E works across a live hospital estate in Reading. This is a permanent opportunity, initially offered on a temporary basis for the first 3 months, providing both parties the opportunity to ensure the right long-term fit. You will play a key role in delivering a range of mechanical and electrical projects across the estate, ensuring works are carried out safely, compliantly, and with minimal disruption to critical hospital operations. The Role You will be responsible for managing multiple M&E projects across a live healthcare environment, ranging from lifecycle replacements and upgrades through to minor works and reactive projects. The role requires strong stakeholder management, technical understanding, and the ability to coordinate works in highly sensitive, operational environments. Key Responsibilities * Managing end-to-end delivery of M&E projects across the estate * Coordinating mechanical and electrical subcontractors and site teams * Planning and managing works within a live hospital environment, including shutdowns and isolations * Ensuring compliance with RAMS, permits to work, and CDM regulations * Managing project programmes, budgets, and reporting requirements * Acting as the key point of contact for the client and internal stakeholders * Overseeing quality assurance, snagging, and handover processes * Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring successful project completion Requirements * Proven experience delivering M&E projects within healthcare or live environments * Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services * Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously * Knowledge of CDM regulations and safe systems of work * SMSTS or equivalent * Relevant technical qualifications (mechanical or electrical bias preferred) * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills What’s on Offer * Salary up to £55,000 per annum * Permanent opportunity with a leading national FM provider * Initial 3-month temporary period with long-term progression * Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects within a live healthcare estate * Opportunity to work within a growing and stable contract environment If this role is of interest, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion