Trainee MEP Project Manager
| Posting date: | 11 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 September 2025 |
| Location: | Kent, Southern, ME16 |
| Company: | Pertemps |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57537554 |
Summary
Assistant MEP Project Manager - Kent
Company Overview
Our client is a market-leading M&E Contractor with over 50 years of industry experience. Operating across multiple divisions, they currently employ nearly 300 staff across office and site locations. Last year, they reported a turnover of £58 million.
Their Special Works Division focuses on commercial and educational projects, as well as plantroom replacements across London. Project values typically range from £5,000 to £1.5 million.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to recruit an Assistant MEP Project Manager to support the Project Manager with the successful delivery of projects.
The Role: Assistant MEP Project Manager
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break)
Location: Office-based in Kent, with occasional site visits
Key Responsibilities:
Working closely with the MEP Project Manager, you will assist in the management and coordination of M&E projects, including:
- Supporting with project planning and scheduling
- Assisting in the procurement of materials and subcontractors
- Preparing and maintaining project documentation
- Monitoring progress and reporting on project performance
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards
- Attending site meetings and assisting in resolving technical issues
- Coordinating with site teams, consultants, and clients
- Supporting with cost tracking and budget control
Company Overview
Our client is a market-leading M&E Contractor with over 50 years of industry experience. Operating across multiple divisions, they currently employ nearly 300 staff across office and site locations. Last year, they reported a turnover of £58 million.
Their Special Works Division focuses on commercial and educational projects, as well as plantroom replacements across London. Project values typically range from £5,000 to £1.5 million.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to recruit an Assistant MEP Project Manager to support the Project Manager with the successful delivery of projects.
The Role: Assistant MEP Project Manager
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break)
Location: Office-based in Kent, with occasional site visits
Key Responsibilities:
Working closely with the MEP Project Manager, you will assist in the management and coordination of M&E projects, including:
- Supporting with project planning and scheduling
- Assisting in the procurement of materials and subcontractors
- Preparing and maintaining project documentation
- Monitoring progress and reporting on project performance
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards
- Attending site meetings and assisting in resolving technical issues
- Coordinating with site teams, consultants, and clients
- Supporting with cost tracking and budget control