Junior Project Manager - M&E Building Services Contractor

David Leslie Ltd • Contract / Freelance • Southampton, Hampshire, GB • 1w ago

Junior Project Manager (Mechanical and Electrical Building Services)

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 plus training, development, and company benefits

About the Company

A respected and well-established Mechanical and Electrical Building Services contractor based in the Southampton area, delivering a range of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing projects across the commercial, healthcare, education, and public sectors. The business has built an excellent reputation for quality, technical expertise, and long-term client relationships, and offers strong career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with mechanical and/or electrical building services experience to progress into a Junior Project Manager role within the M&E sector. You will work closely with senior Mechanical and Electrical Project Managers and Directors, gaining hands-on experience across design coordination, procurement, site management, planning, and health and safety.

This position is ideal for someone with a background as an Electrician, Plumber, Heating and Plumbing Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Electrical Improver, Mechanical Mate, or someone who has overseen small teams on site. It is also well suited to Assistant Project Managers, Project Coordinators, or individuals looking to build a long-term career in M&E project management.

Key Responsibilities

Support senior Project Managers across multiple mechanical and electrical projects
Assist with project planning, scheduling, design coordination, and document control
Support procurement, material ordering, and engagement with suppliers
Visit sites across the Southampton and Hampshire region
Monitor progress, quality, and health and safety compliance
Coordinate with subcontractors, clients, consultants, and internal teams
Assist with cost tracking, reporting, and project handover documentation
Develop technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and wider building services systems

Key Requirements

Experience within mechanical and/or electrical building services, either on the tools or supporting project delivery
Experience working on mechanical or electrical projects within commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, or public sector environments is beneficial, but not essential
Suitable for candidates from electrical, plumbing, heating, or HVAC backgrounds
Strong organisational, IT, and communication skills
Proactive, professional, and confident working with clients, engineers, and site teams
Relevant qualification such as Apprenticeship, BTEC, NVQ, or HNC (or working towards)
Full UK driving licence

Remuneration Package – Junior Project Manager

£35,000 to £40,000 basic salary
Structured training and professional development
Supportive 3-year development plan into a full Project Manager role
Company pension and benefits
Ongoing mentoring from senior management
Excellent long-term progression within the M&E building services sector

If you have experience within mechanical or electrical building services and are looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine career progression, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online today or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.

About David Leslie Ltd

David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent and expertly delivered.