Mechanical Project Manager

Posted 16 June 2025
Salary £350 - £375/day
Start Date Immediately
LocationRochester
Job type Contract
Job DurationLong Term
Discipline Management and SupervisoryMechanical
Reference223644507

Job description

​Our client, a leading M&E Building Services Contractor, is seeking a capable and experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing team on an office-based basis. You’ll oversee the delivery of multiple CAT A & CAT B fit-out projects, including high-profile new build schools and hospitals across the region.

Based at the company’s head office, you’ll manage projects from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring coordination across design, procurement, and delivery teams, while supporting site operations remotely and through regular site visits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage mechanical packages on new build and fit-out projects (CAT A & B) from the office

  • Coordinate design development, procurement, and project planning

  • Liaise with site-based teams and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution

  • Oversee project budgets, timelines, and health & safety compliance

  • Attend client, design, and coordination meetings (office & occasional site-based)

  • Track project progress and provide regular internal and external reports

  • Ensure all mechanical systems are delivered to specification and standard

Requirements

  • Proven track record as a Mechanical Project Manager in M&E contracting

  • Strong knowledge of CAT A and CAT B fit-outs

  • Experience managing new build education and healthcare projects

  • Office-based project management experience preferred

  • Excellent coordination, planning, and communication skills

  • Commercial awareness and ability to work closely with QS and procurement teams

  • Relevant certifications: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid (beneficial)