Mechanical Project Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; Town Of Cambridge; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead the delivery of mechanical services on a major Cambridge project, from pre-construction through to handover. You will manage program, subcontractors, design coordination, and collaborate with the wider project team to ensure safety, quality and commercial performance.

Relevant mechanical engineering or building services qualification, CSCS and SMSTS, and experience with Tier One contractors are

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mechanical building services on major construction projects.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary project team.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installation and commissioning processes.
• Proven track record with Tier One main contractors or major ME contractors.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for delivery of mechanical services across the project lifecycle.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.
• Lead mechanical design development and coordination with relevant disciplines.
• Review drawings, specs and technical submissions for compliance.
• Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, structural and architectural teams.
• Develop and manage project programmes with key milestones.
• Monitor progress, quality and performance against targets.
• Support commercial team on procurement, variations and cost control.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mechanical building services

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

Reference: MB12_1791790141
Posted: October 12, 2026

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Manager to join a leading Tier One construction and infrastructure contractor, supporting the delivery of a major project in Cambridge.

Our client has an excellent reputation for delivering some of the UK's most complex and technically demanding construction projects across a wide range of sectors. This is an opportunity to join an established project team and take responsibility for the successful delivery of significant mechanical works from pre-construction through to completion.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead the delivery of mechanical services across a major Cambridge project.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for programme, technical delivery, subcontractor management, commercial performance, quality and health & safety, working closely with the wider project team to ensure the mechanical elements are delivered to a high standard.

Responsibilities for the Mechanical Project Manager

Take overall responsibility for the delivery of mechanical services throughout the project lifecycle.

Manage mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.

Lead mechanical design development and coordination.

Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions.

Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, structural, architectural and other disciplines.

Develop and manage project programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved.

Monitor progress, quality and performance against agreed targets.

Work closely with the commercial team on procurement, variations, cost control and package performance.

Identify and manage technical, commercial and programme risks.

Attend client, consultant and subcontractor meetings.

Manage technical queries, RFIs and design coordination.

Ensure mechanical works comply with project specifications, legislation and relevant standards.

Oversee testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical systems.

Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance.

Provide leadership and technical guidance to the wider project team.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager or Mechanical Package Manager.

Strong experience delivering mechanical building services on major construction projects.

Experience working for a Tier One main contractor or specialist MEP contractor.

Strong understanding of mechanical building services, installation and commissioning.

Experience managing subcontractors and specialist suppliers.

Strong programme, commercial and technical awareness.

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project interfaces.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Relevant mechanical engineering or building services qualification.

Appropriate CSCS and SMSTS qualifications.

What Our Client Offers

Opportunity to join a leading Tier One contractor with an excellent reputation across the UK construction and infrastructure market.

Major project based in Cambridge.

Exposure to technically complex and high-value mechanical works.

Experienced project and senior leadership team.

Strong forward workload and long-term project pipeline.

Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.