Essex Mechanical Site Manager | HVAC & M&E Projects

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional company benefits package

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Manager for an Essex-based M&E contractor. You will lead mechanical installation activities across commercial and industrial projects, coordinating engineers, subcontractors and site operatives while ensuring safety, quality and programme delivery.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, knowledge of HVAC, piping and building services, and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Site Manager or similar supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services (HVAC, piping, plumbing).
• Ability to read drawings and coordinate trades.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management and supervision of mechanical installation activities across projects.
• Coordinate mechanical engineers, site operatives and subcontractors to align with programmes.
• Oversee installation of mechanical building services including HVAC, heating and plumbing.
• Review drawings, specs and installation requirements to ensure correct delivery.
• Monitor progress and implement practical solutions to avoid delays.
• Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate labour, materials and subcontractor requirements.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and health and safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and quality checks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Site management

Mechanical installation knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical discipline or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS/SSSTS

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Manager for an Essex-based M&E contractor. You will lead mechanical installation activities across commercial and industrial projects, coordinating engineers, subcontractors and site operatives while ensuring safety, quality and programme delivery.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, knowledge of HVAC, piping and building services, and hands-on leadership.