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M&E Project Manager – Major Hospital Upgrade (Fire Protection Works) Location: Birmingham Contract Type: Permanent RGB Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 main contractor who are seeking an experienced M&E Project Manager to support the delivery of a major hospital improvement programme in Birmingham. This high-profile scheme focuses on essential building upgrades and comprehensive fire-protection works within a live clinical setting. The Role You will take responsibility for the full coordination, management and delivery of all M&E packages, with a strong mechanical bias. The role includes overseeing sprinkler system works, HVAC upgrades, fire-protection installations, and ensuring seamless technical delivery. You will also play a key role in client interface and commercial management, acting as a trusted representative throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead the M&E delivery of building improvement and fire-protection upgrade packages Oversee mechanical and electrical installation, testing, commissioning and integration Act as the primary client-facing interface, building strong stakeholder relationships Manage M&E subcontractors, ensuring progress, quality and compliance Support commercial activities including variations, forecasting and subcontract management Coordinate sprinkler systems, HVAC upgrades and associated mechanical installation works Ensure full compliance with fire-safety regulations, HTM standards and Tier 1 protocols Deliver works safely and efficiently within a live hospital environment Requirements Strong background in M&E project management on major building or healthcare projects Mechanical bias with proven experience working on sprinkler systems and HVAC Experience delivering active and passive fire-protection upgrades Previous experience within Tier 1 construction environments or large complex projects Strong commercial awareness and demonstrable cost-management skills Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing scenarios Ability to manage works in live, sensitive environments such as hospitals Benefits Opportunity to support a flagship hospital improvement programme Competitive salary and package Long-term progression with a major UK contractor A secure pipeline of high-profile upgrade and safety-critical works   If you are looking for a long term position within one the UK's leading construction businesses where your work will make a difference, please get in touch! (url removed)