Mechanical Project Manager

Overview

Vous will lead end-to-end mechanical projects within a growing SME contractor, driving delivery from pre-construction through handover. You will work closely with senior management and a close-knit team to shape project outcomes across commercial fit-out and refurbishments. Expect involvement in design coordination, procurement, and site delivery, with a focus on quality, safety, and timely completion. This role offers ownership and a visible impact on project success within Milton Keynes.

Pay / Benefits

• Company package and benefits
• Secure, long-term pipeline of work
• Regional projects around Milton Keynes
• Visible role with direct access to decision-makers
• Supportive, close-knit team
• Opportunity to take on more responsibility as the business grows

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from pre-construction to practical completion and handover
• Manage programmes, design coordination, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, engineers, supervisors, suppliers and site teams
• Monitor budgets, variations, valuations, and overall project performance
• Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors and design teams
• Chair progress, design, technical and subcontractor meetings
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, design changes and project documentation
• Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, architectural and structural packages
• Monitor quality, RAMS, permits and CDM compliance
• Resolve technical, commercial and programme issues and report progress to senior management

Key requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within mechanical building services or M&E
• Experience delivering commercial fit-out, refurbishment and design and build projects
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, heating, ventilation, chilled water, LTHW, domestic water services, drainage, BMS integration and plantroom installations
• Experience managing mechanical subcontractors, site teams, programmes and procurement
• Commercial awareness including budgets, variations and cost control
• Good knowledge of UK construction practices, health and safety and CDM requirements
• SMSTS and CSCS
• A mechanical qualification such as HNC, HND or Degree is advantageous, although equivalent experience will be considered
• Based within commuting distance of Milton Keynes or able to travel to the office and project locations

• Stakeholder management and client liaison
• Team coordination and leadership
• Strong communication and meeting facilitation
• HVAC systems and components (heating, ventilation, chilled water)
• LTHW and domestic water services, drainage
• BMS integration and plantroom installations

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