HE Simm, a family-run M&E contractor employing around 184 people, has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators. The company, founded more than 75 years ago, blamed heavy losses on inflationary pressures tied to fixed-price contracts and performance issues on several legacy projects in London.

The collapse is another reminder of how fragile the sector can be under current conditions. While the headlines focus on the main contractor, the ripple effects are felt across the supply chain. Many structured cabling and data cabling firms depend on M&E companies for projects, meaning engineers, subcontractors and suppliers are left dealing with the uncertainty.

At Bauhaus Recruitment, our thoughts are with those affected. If you’re an engineer or contractor caught up in this situation, please reach out — we have opportunities across data centres, cabling and technical projects.

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