James Lewis Recruitment
Camberley, Surrey
Senior M&E Construction Manager Camberley Data Centre Permanent or Contract £70,000 - £90,000 + package or £375 - £500 per day This is a role for an M&E Construction Manager who wants to be close to the delivery of a live data centre project. You will be joining a specialist project team delivering complex building services infrastructure in a critical environment. This is not a general construction management role. The focus will be on coordinating mechanical, electrical and specialist services on site, driving subcontractors, maintaining programme and making sure the installation is delivered safely, cleanly and to the right standard. You will need to be comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where drawings, coordination, quality, access, logistics and commissioning requirements all need to be managed properly. What you ll be doing Managing day-to-day M&E construction activity across a live data centre project. Coordinating mechanical, electrical and specialist subcontractors to make sure works are delivered safely, correctly and in line with programme. Driving installation works across areas such as containment, LV distribution, cabling, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, pipework, BMS, fire alarm, security, structured cabling and associated technical infrastructure. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, Design Managers, QA teams, commissioning teams and client-side representatives. Managing short-term lookahead programmes, labour planning, workface coordination, RAMS, permits, progress updates and site constraints. Maintaining installation quality through inspections, snagging, QA checks, ITPs, test records and handover information. Helping resolve site issues before they affect programme, cost, quality or commissioning. Supporting the transition from construction into testing, commissioning and project handover. Making sure subcontractors are working safely and that site standards are properly maintained. What you ll need Previous experience as an M&E Construction Manager, Building Services Manager, MEP Manager, Senior Supervisor or Site Manager on technically detailed projects. Strong building services experience, ideally gained with an M&E contractor, data centre specialist, main contractor technical services team or mission critical contractor. Data centre experience would be ideal, but experience on commercial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, industrial or other technically complex M&E projects would also be relevant. A good understanding of M&E installation sequencing, drawings, coordination, QA, commissioning requirements and site delivery. The ability to manage subcontractors, drive progress and keep control of multiple work areas at once. Strong communication skills and the confidence to deal with engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, client teams and senior project leadership. SMSTS, CSCS or ECS and First Aid would be expected. Why this role This is a strong opportunity to move onto a data centre project without needing to already be a fully established data centre specialist. You will be involved in a technically demanding environment, working closely with the project team and taking responsibility for making sure the M&E installation is delivered properly on site. For someone with solid building services experience who wants to strengthen their critical environment exposure, this is a good move. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Senior M&E Construction Manager Camberley Data Centre Permanent or Contract £70,000 - £90,000 + package or £375 - £500 per day This is a role for an M&E Construction Manager who wants to be close to the delivery of a live data centre project. You will be joining a specialist project team delivering complex building services infrastructure in a critical environment. This is not a general construction management role. The focus will be on coordinating mechanical, electrical and specialist services on site, driving subcontractors, maintaining programme and making sure the installation is delivered safely, cleanly and to the right standard. You will need to be comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where drawings, coordination, quality, access, logistics and commissioning requirements all need to be managed properly. What you ll be doing Managing day-to-day M&E construction activity across a live data centre project. Coordinating mechanical, electrical and specialist subcontractors to make sure works are delivered safely, correctly and in line with programme. Driving installation works across areas such as containment, LV distribution, cabling, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, pipework, BMS, fire alarm, security, structured cabling and associated technical infrastructure. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, Design Managers, QA teams, commissioning teams and client-side representatives. Managing short-term lookahead programmes, labour planning, workface coordination, RAMS, permits, progress updates and site constraints. Maintaining installation quality through inspections, snagging, QA checks, ITPs, test records and handover information. Helping resolve site issues before they affect programme, cost, quality or commissioning. Supporting the transition from construction into testing, commissioning and project handover. Making sure subcontractors are working safely and that site standards are properly maintained. What you ll need Previous experience as an M&E Construction Manager, Building Services Manager, MEP Manager, Senior Supervisor or Site Manager on technically detailed projects. Strong building services experience, ideally gained with an M&E contractor, data centre specialist, main contractor technical services team or mission critical contractor. Data centre experience would be ideal, but experience on commercial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, industrial or other technically complex M&E projects would also be relevant. A good understanding of M&E installation sequencing, drawings, coordination, QA, commissioning requirements and site delivery. The ability to manage subcontractors, drive progress and keep control of multiple work areas at once. Strong communication skills and the confidence to deal with engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, client teams and senior project leadership. SMSTS, CSCS or ECS and First Aid would be expected. Why this role This is a strong opportunity to move onto a data centre project without needing to already be a fully established data centre specialist. You will be involved in a technically demanding environment, working closely with the project team and taking responsibility for making sure the M&E installation is delivered properly on site. For someone with solid building services experience who wants to strengthen their critical environment exposure, this is a good move. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Addition
Derby, Derbyshire
Introduction Join an organisation at the forefront of delivering innovative, large-scale technology programmes that support a cleaner, more sustainable future. This is an opportunity to shape how quality is embedded across enterprise-wide change, ensuring technology solutions are reliable, resilient and ready for users from day one. Role Overview: Location: Hybrid - Derby, Manchester or Warrington (1-2 days a week in office) Package: £53,700 - £70,000 + excellent benefits Industry: Energy / Engineering / Technology What You'll Be Doing: Develop and lead a risk-based Test & QA strategy that is embedded throughout the delivery lifecycle. Establish and maintain consistent testing frameworks, governance and quality standards across multiple programmes. Oversee functional, non-functional, end-to-end process and user acceptance testing to ensure robust delivery. Work closely with project managers, solution architects and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, business-ready solutions. Promote best practice in quality assurance across the wider delivery community. Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including test automation and modern testing approaches. Provide expert QA guidance, helping teams identify and mitigate risks early in the change lifecycle. Drive confidence in delivery by ensuring solutions are operationally ready and fit for purpose. Main Skills Needed: Proven experience leading Test & QA activities across complex enterprise systems and large-scale change programmes. Strong understanding of functional, non-functional, integration, end-to-end and user acceptance testing. Experience establishing QA governance, assurance frameworks and risk-based testing strategies. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed quality throughout project delivery. Confident mentoring and supporting delivery teams to improve testing maturity and outcomes. A collaborative approach with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation and driving quality across technology programmes. What's in It for You: Hybrid working with flexibility around office location. Performance-related bonus of up to 12.5%. £2,200 flexible benefits allowance to tailor your package. Generous pension contribution with 12% employer contribution. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave. Private medical insurance. Life assurance at six times pensionable salary. £250 home office allowance for new starters. The opportunity to play a key role in delivering meaningful, enterprise-wide transformation within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Curious? Apply now - or grab five minutes with us to hear more. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
Introduction Join an organisation at the forefront of delivering innovative, large-scale technology programmes that support a cleaner, more sustainable future. This is an opportunity to shape how quality is embedded across enterprise-wide change, ensuring technology solutions are reliable, resilient and ready for users from day one. Role Overview: Location: Hybrid - Derby, Manchester or Warrington (1-2 days a week in office) Package: £53,700 - £70,000 + excellent benefits Industry: Energy / Engineering / Technology What You'll Be Doing: Develop and lead a risk-based Test & QA strategy that is embedded throughout the delivery lifecycle. Establish and maintain consistent testing frameworks, governance and quality standards across multiple programmes. Oversee functional, non-functional, end-to-end process and user acceptance testing to ensure robust delivery. Work closely with project managers, solution architects and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, business-ready solutions. Promote best practice in quality assurance across the wider delivery community. Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including test automation and modern testing approaches. Provide expert QA guidance, helping teams identify and mitigate risks early in the change lifecycle. Drive confidence in delivery by ensuring solutions are operationally ready and fit for purpose. Main Skills Needed: Proven experience leading Test & QA activities across complex enterprise systems and large-scale change programmes. Strong understanding of functional, non-functional, integration, end-to-end and user acceptance testing. Experience establishing QA governance, assurance frameworks and risk-based testing strategies. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed quality throughout project delivery. Confident mentoring and supporting delivery teams to improve testing maturity and outcomes. A collaborative approach with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation and driving quality across technology programmes. What's in It for You: Hybrid working with flexibility around office location. Performance-related bonus of up to 12.5%. £2,200 flexible benefits allowance to tailor your package. Generous pension contribution with 12% employer contribution. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave. Private medical insurance. Life assurance at six times pensionable salary. £250 home office allowance for new starters. The opportunity to play a key role in delivering meaningful, enterprise-wide transformation within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Curious? Apply now - or grab five minutes with us to hear more. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
