CRE – M&E
Location : Bedford/ London
We are looking for a CRE (M&E) to join our Tier 1 client to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, including a range of rail schemes and AFA works.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their expertise, take on greater responsibility and play a key role in delivering high-profile rail infrastructure projects
Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of E&P and M&E packages (including lifts) to scope, cost, quality, and programme targets.
- Function as CRE for E&P works, ensuring technical compliance and assurance.
- Manage full project lifecycle from engineering through to handover and close-out.
- Implement risk management and value engineering to drive efficiencies and cost savings.
- Provide leadership to project teams, contractors, and suppliers.
- Take accountability for health, safety, environment, and quality, promoting continuous improvement.
- Monitor and report on project progress, budgets, and forecasts, challenging where needed.
- Ensure effective cost control and resource utilisation across contracts.
- Build strong client and supplier relationships, driving performance and service excellence.
- Ensure all installations are completed, assessed, and certified to required standards.
- Review and approve key project documentation (plans, H&S, WPPs, SMOWs)
- Ensure compliance with company processes, governance, and legal requirements.
- Support business growth through bid input, tendering and identifying new opportunities.
- Coach and develop team members, addressing performance where required.
Experience Required
- Degree, HNC or HND in a relevant technical discipline
- Proven experience in E&P and/or M&E project delivery (including lifts desirable)
- Experience working in or supporting a CRE role.
- Strong contractor and project management experience within construction environments
- Good knowledge of construction standards, engineering practices, and CDM regulations
- Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, costs, and variations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects without compromising quality or standards.
- Effective planning, organisational and critical thinking skills
- Collaborative approach with ability to drive performance and continuous improvement.