Mechanical Project Manager

Description:

Mechanical Project Manager
£60,000 - £65,000 + Package | Kent | Kent, Sussex & London

Our client is an established contractor based in Kent, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical building services across the South East.

With a growing project pipeline and an increasing workload, they are looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their team.

The business delivers a range of building services projects, with a particularly strong mechanical focus. They work closely with clients, consultants, main contractors and specialist subcontractors to deliver technically complex projects to a high standard.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager looking to join an established and growing contractor where you will have genuine responsibility for project delivery.

The Role
As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for managing the mechanical elements of M&E and building services projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
You will be based from the company's Kent head office, with regular travel required to sites across Kent, Sussex and parts of London.

Key Responsibilities

Managing mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover
Taking responsibility for project programmes, budgets and delivery
Managing mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
Coordinating mechanical works with electrical and other building services disciplines
Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and technical documentation
Liaising with clients, consultants, main contractors and other project stakeholders
Attending project and site meetings
Managing procurement of materials, equipment, labour and specialist subcontractors
Monitoring project costs, budgets, variations and commercial performance
Identifying and resolving technical and programme issues
Ensuring mechanical installations are delivered in accordance with specifications and relevant standards
Coordinating testing, commissioning, snagging and handover
Maintaining project documentation, programmes and reports
Monitoring health & safety and quality requirements
Managing project risks and implementing appropriate mitigation
Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Supporting pre-construction, estimating and tendering activities where required About You
The successful candidate will have a proven background in Mechanical Project Management within building services.
You should have:

Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager
Strong mechanical building services knowledge
Experience working for an M&E, building services or mechanical contractor
Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
Good commercial awareness, including budgets, variations and procurement
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
Experience coordinating mechanical works alongside electrical services
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Strong problem-solving and project management abilities
A professional and proactive approach
Good understanding of construction health & safety requirements
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Kent, Sussex and parts of London Relevant qualifications such as an HNC/HND, degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?
£60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Benefits package
Permanent position
Established and growing M&E contractor
Kent-based head office
Projects across Kent, Sussex and parts of London
Strong pipeline of building services projects
Opportunity to take ownership of significant mechanical packages
Long-term career development opportunities

Apply Now
If you're an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong building services background and are looking for your next opportunity across the South East, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion about the role