BAM UK & Ireland's Infrastructure Segment are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated M&E Site Manager to join our friendly - Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project teams in Peterhead, Scotland and Drax, North Yorkshire. EGL2 is a 525kV, 2GW high voltage direct current (HVDC) subsea and underground onshore transmission link with two HVDC convertor stations constructed at either end of the cable route.
The project once completed will transport green energy generated in Scotland through the EGL2 infrastructure to other parts of the UK where it is needed, providing enough electricity to power around two million homes. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large‑scale engineering project that plays a key role in delivering critical infrastructure, paving the way for future renewable developments across Scotland.
Based on our Peterhead or Drax sites, you'll be at the heart of a team dedicated to making a real difference. If you're looking for a role where you can contribute to meaningful projects while working alongside passionate and supportive colleagues, we'd love to hear from you!
Your team
- BAM operates a flexible working policy
Making Possible
- Support the M&E Management team and provide M&E advice to the wider project team
- Manage and supervise M&E subcontractors to ensure safe, timely, and quality delivery of works
- Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, progress reports, and QA documentation
- Coordinate M&E activities with other trades to ensure efficient integration and sequencing
- Monitor progress against programme and elevate delays, risks, and opportunities
- Review and approve M&E Contractors' RAMS (Activity Schedules) before their work commences on site.
- Promote and enforce a strong health & safety culture in line with RAMS and site procedures
- Carry out regular inspections to ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and standards
- Lead QA/QC inspections, walkdowns, and manage snagging and defect close‑out
- Support implementation of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure documentation is completed
- Resolve on‑site coordination and installation issues in a proactive and timely manner
- Maintain good working relationship with all stakeholders and liaise with the client, consultants, and subcontractors to maintain effective communication
- Attend and contribute to site meetings, providing updates on progress and key issues
- Ensure works are delivered in accordance with company procedures, project requirements and statutory regulations
- Drive productivity and efficiency to minimise rework and support cost control
- Identify and report project risks, opportunities, and potential improvements
- Provide strong, visible leadership to ensure safe, high‑quality, and efficient site operations
- Carry out other relevant duties as required from time to time
What do you bring to the role?
- 5-10 years' experience in Building Services / MEP projects, preferably >£20M value
- Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering
- SMSTS and CSCS card holder
- Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671 – 18th Edition)
- Inspection & Testing Qualifications City & Guilds 2391-
- Ability to read and interpret technical and construction drawings
- Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams
- Proven track record in QA/QC, inspections, and defect close‑out
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
- Organised, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities on site
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- A wide range of family‑friendly policies
- Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
- 8% matched pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance
- 26 days holiday
- 2 wellbeing days
- 1 volunteering day
- Personal and professional development
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We're on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
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