Supervision and Technical

With expertise in temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment, we cater to a wide range of roles essential for project success from pre-construction through to handover. Our team is committed to bridging the gap between talent and opportunities, in the continually evolving landscape of the built environment.

We have specialist consultants recruiting a range of roles as below.

Operations Manager / Director

Project Manager / Director

Project Engineer

Site / Construction Manager

HSQE Manager

Commissioning Manager

QA Supervisor / Manager

Site Supervisor

LV/HV Authorised Person

Commissioning Engineer

Health & Safety Advisor   

Logistic Manager

Quantity Surveyor

Commercial Manager

Estimator

Bid Manager

Buyer

CAD/Revit/BIM Coordinator / Manager

Design Engineer

Design Manager

 

Active jobs

Mechanical Estimator

Northampton
Northamptonshire
Negotiable
* Prepare detailed mechanical estimates for M&E projects, typically valued between £500k and £20m+ * Analyse tender documentation, specifications, and drawings to build accurate cost models * Collaborate with internal design, pre-construction, and operational teams to evaluate solutions * Source accurate costs from suppliers and subcontractors through clear, timely communication * Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners * Assist with design

Contracts Manager

London
London
Negotiable
We are currently seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage multiple Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects from tender through to final account. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Witham
Essex
£75000.00 - £80000.00 per annum
Seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients in-house design team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing cost-effective and technically robust mechanical design solutions based on Stage 3 design information. You will work closely with their internal electrical and CAD teams to produce fully co-ordinated designs ready for construction.

Contracts Manager

London
London
Negotiable
We are currently seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage multiple Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects from tender through to final account. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Witham
Essex
£75000.00 - £80000.00 per annum
Seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients in-house design team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing cost-effective and technically robust mechanical design solutions based on Stage 3 design information. You will work closely with their internal electrical and CAD teams to produce fully co-ordinated designs ready for construction.

Contracts Manager

London
London
Negotiable
We are currently seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage multiple Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects from tender through to final account. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Electrical Project Engineer

Newmarket
Suffolk
Negotiable
Electrical Project Engineer Newmarket 2 Year Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to be based on a new project in Newmarket. Due to the nature of the project, we do require applicants who have current SC Clearance OR would be able to pass the vetting process.

Mechanical Project Engineer

Portsmouth
Hampshire
Negotiable
Mechanical Project Engineer Portsmouth London Term Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to be based on a pharmaceutical project in Portsmouth.

Meet our Supervision & Technical Team

Andy Brooks

Andy Brooks

Director/Owner
Ralph Preston

Ralph Preston

Director/Owner
Davinia Farr

Davinia Farr

Director/Owner
Anna-Marie Warren

Anna-Marie Warren

Consultant | Construction & Building Services
Lauren Bryan

Lauren Bryan

Consultant – Construction and Building Services
Kerrie Letchford

Kerrie Letchford

Recruitment Administrator
Josh Pigden

Josh Pigden

Technical Sales Consultant

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