Talk Recruitment

6 job(s) at Talk Recruitment

Talk Recruitment Solihull, West Midlands
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Overview M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Manager Previous Main Contractor or Sub Contractor or Consultancy experience all considered. Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Local Regional Projects + Very Strong Work Pipeline + Excellent Staff Bonus Sector: Building / Construction Role: Open to consider candidates at both M&E Manager level or Senior M&E Manager Level. Due to recent project wins you will work on projects starting shortly, predominately public sector projects (Schools etc), however previous experience in that sector is not essential. This employer is a very stable company on lots of long term project frameworks and a diverse range of projects including public and private sector. They also already have a 70% plus secure order book for 2026, so a great place for job security and long term local work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment, for example from a Sub contractor or Engineering Consultancy, or an already experienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / Manager. Responsibilities Coordinate and control specialist engineering installations and ensure work is completed to the specification and programme. Adhere to the company Health & Safety policy and monitor, co-ordinate and control the flow of M&E design information for timely construction activity. Ensure M&E designers identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety in the design. Review M&E design information at tender stage and perform a design gap analysis to advise the bidding team of any shortfalls. Ensure required approvals (statutory, regulatory, client, and company) are in place when required. Assist in ensuring M&E designers produce design development programmes that meet the contract programme and review them regularly. Assist in the selection and appointment of M&E consultant designers and design-and-build subcontractors when required. Ensure M&E information released for construction has been reviewed by interface designers and construction team and is approved prior to issue for construction, in line with the specification/contract. Ensure M&E designs and details are economic, within budget, and meet quality requirements. Validate M&E design on completion of the works and maintain cost and installation records, including witnessing testing and commissioning as required. Carry out cost checks on M&E design proposals and report deviations to senior management immediately. Ensure risk assessments are carried out and risks identified. Assist in producing O & M manuals upon project completion. Ensure subcontractors comply with the company Safety Management System and promote off-site manufacturing to meet programme and quality targets. Ensure production controls for monitoring, reporting, benchmarking works and improving performance. Qualifications Knowledge of the Building Sector. Previous employment as an M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or related roles (e.g., Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor, or M&E Project Manager). Experience with building sector projects such as Commercial, Leisure, Mixed Use, Residential, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Healthcare, Education, Industrial, etc. Previous Main Contractor experience preferred but not essential; Engineering Consultancy or M&E Subcontractor backgrounds considered. Good communication skills and a relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC, etc.). Remuneration Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance or Car Pension Bonus (Excellent track record of paying) Additional To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are those of an employment business and/or agency.
Talk Recruitment Chadderton, Lancashire
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Coordinator/ Building Services Manager - Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Hybrid. Sector: Building / Construction- North West regional projects. (Candidates considered from main contractors, M&E subcontractors and M&E Design Consultancy backgrounds). One of the UK's largest privately owned building main contractors, circa £1 billion turnover, working across a range of sectors including Education, Commercial, Healthcare and Blue light. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment or already experienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager. Role As M&E Manager / Building Services Manager your role will include: The Building Services Manager will provide support to the Senior Building Services Manager to manage and competently lead the delivery of the Mechanical, Electrical and public health services installations of the schemes within the companies project portfolio. You will be responsible for the managing of each stage of the project delivery process, to ensure all works are fully coordinated and delivered in accordance with the contract programme. Responsible for managing regular progress review meetings and the preparation of stage reports for regular weekly/ monthly update within the business. You will need to manage your own time with regard to your day-to-day duties, where punctual project delivery is essential. Technical review of tender documents - Design audit Support in meeting consultants in tender process Attend mid tender and post tender interviews. Review of subcontract returns - technical, compliance and commercial. Support in review of design submitted from supply chain to ensure technical compliance Supporting supply chain in preparing QT&IP together with briefing operational teams in understanding document. Periodic visits / key hold points to physically check compliance on sites Support in test and commissioning stages to ensure compliance to the specification. Support project teams in client training and familiarisation as building nears PC. Ensuring project teams have satisfactory water management systems (Temp and perm) on site with periodic checks for compliance. Support project teams with "Going live" presentations and procedures to ensure safe power on procedures. Work with regional team to expand and validate supply chain for the region. Requirements To be considered for this MEP Manager / Building Services Manager role you must meet the following criteria: Knowledge of Building Sector. Previous employment as a M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor, M&E Project Manager or Graduate Engineer. Previous experience / knowledge in building sector projects such as Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare. Previous Main Contractor employment would be ideal but not essential, Engineering Consultancy and M&E Subcontractor backgrounds also considered. Good communication skills. Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). Remuneration Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance Pension Bonus To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency
Talk Recruitment Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
May 31, 2026
Full time
WANTED - Planner or Senior Planner - Nottingham - Reputable Regional Building Main Contractor - Construction / Building Our client is seeking a Planner or Senior Planner, opportunity to join a reputable building main contractor with long term projects in the midlands, working predominately on stable public sector projects. Very stable main contractor with a longstanding reputation. Ideal opportunity for an already experienced Senior Planner or an intermediate level Planner. ROLE Several vacancies available, open to consider candidates with either Tender stage or Live works planning experience (roles available for either), using Asta power project software. REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of Building Sector. Previous employment as a Senior Planner, Planner, Planning Engineer, Planning Manager, Project Controller, Project Manager or Site Manager. Previous experience in building sector projects such as Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, MOJ, Industrial, Education, Healthcare, Blue Light. Previous Main Contractor employment. High level of communication skills. Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). REMUNERATION The successful Senior Planner will receive: Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance Pension To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency.
Talk Recruitment Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
May 31, 2026
Full time
A reputable regional building contractor in Nottingham is seeking a Planner or Senior Planner. The successful candidate will work on stable public sector projects, utilizing Asta Powerproject software. Ideal for experienced Planners with knowledge of various building sector projects, this role offers competitive remuneration, including a basic salary dependent on experience and a car allowance. Candidates are encouraged to apply now for this exceptional opportunity.
Talk Recruitment Birmingham, Staffordshire
May 29, 2026
Full time
Contracts Manager - Building - Construction - London / South East What makes it Great? -Reputable national building main contractor -Very strong forward order book. -Stable public sector projects & frameworks -Long term local regional projects in London / South East. -Hybrid working My client is a reputable building main contractor going through an exciting period of organic growth and off the back of another successful year are looking to recruit a Contracts Manager to join a friendly and close knit team. Requirements: To be considered for this Contracts Manager role you must meet the following criteria: - Knowledge of Building Sector. - Previous employment as a Contacts Manager, Contracts Director, Construction Manager, Operations Manager or Project Director. - Previous public sector building projects such as Education, Healthcare, MOJ, MOD etc. - Previous Main contractor employment. - High level of communication skills. - Effective leader, able to work under own initiative and keep the team focused on its goals and strategic plan and makes sure that they are always on target. - Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). Role: The role will be responsible for the construction management across multiple building sectors. Remuneration: The successful Contracts Manager will receive: Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance Healthcare Pension To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency.
Talk Recruitment Bristol, Gloucestershire
May 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Design Manager / Technical Manager (Team Leader) - Building / Construction Hotels , Student Accommodation and PRS /build to rent projects. (Role will be a mix of remote working and site visits, project in Bristol) BEST EMPLOYER IN CONSTRUCTION THIS COMPANY HAVE ONE OF THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES ON OFFER FOR A DESIGN MANAGER IN THE INDUSTRY. What makes it great? -Very low staff turnover, in fact ridiculously low, has to be one of the lowest in the industry. Excellent sign that they look after their staff. -Professional & friendly team environment, even on site! -Excellent relationships and a prompt payer to subcontractors and suppliers. -High standards of excellence on site, -Big enough to keep you busy, but small enough to know your name, excellent option if you are fed up of being treated like just another number. -Diversity of projects, commercial, PRS, Student accommodation, Care Homes, Hotels -Excellent opportunity for career progression, going through a period of organic growth. COMPANY: My client is a leading building contractor, with a busy and fast growing workload. As a result of securing further new projects, this employer is looking to strengthen their team further with the appointment of a Senior Design Manager / Technical Manager to work on a range of Building Sector projects. REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for this Design Manager role you must meet the following criteria: - Knowledge of Building Sector. - Previous employment as a Design Co-ordinator, D&B Coordinator, D&B Manager, Design Manager. Architecture or Design Engineering backgrounds also considered. - Previous experience in building sector projects such as Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare. - Ideally previous Main Contractor employment but not essential. - High level of communication skills. - Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). REMUNERATION: The successful Design Manager will receive: Competitive Basic (Dependant on experience) Car Allowance Healthcare Pension (very competitive). Bonus To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency.