Head Of Projects

WR HVAC; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance / company vehicle

Performance bonus

Pension

Company benefits

Excellent progression

Job summary

WR HVAC in the North West is seeking a Head of Projects to lead the Projects team, overseeing multiple HVAC projects from handover to completion and ensuring safe, on-time delivery and healthy margins.

The role requires senior project leadership, strong knowledge of AC/ventilation systems, robust client and subcontractor management, and a track record of improving project processes as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC contracting and project delivery.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and coordinate with engineers
• Strong commercial acumen with budget and margin oversight
• Excellent client and subcontractor management能力
• Track record of delivering projects safely and profitably
• Ability to implement process improvements as the business grows

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Projects team
• Oversee multiple HVAC projects from handover through to completion
• Manage Project Managers, engineers and subcontractors
• Review project programmes, budgets and margins
• Oversee procurement and resource planning
• Manage variations and additional works
• Maintain relationships with key clients
• Resolve technical and commercial project issues
• Ensure installations meet required quality and H&S standards
• Report project performance to the Directors
• Improve project processes as the business grows

Skills

HVAC contracting

Senior project leadership

Multi-project management

AC/VRF/ventilation knowledge

Margin management

Client/subcontractor management

Leadership & organization

Job description

Head of Projects - HVAC

North West

£70,000-£85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

We're recruiting a Head of Projects for a growing specialist HVAC & Mechanical contractor delivering commercial air conditioning and ventilation projects across The North West.

This is a senior position taking responsibility for the entire projects function, managing Project Managers, engineers and subcontractors while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and profitably.

The Role

• Lead and develop the Projects team
• Oversee multiple HVAC projects from handover through to completion
• Manage Project Managers, engineers and subcontractors
• Review project programmes, budgets and margins
• Oversee procurement and resource planning
• Manage variations and additional works
• Maintain relationships with key clients
• Resolve technical and commercial project issues
• Ensure installations meet required quality and H&S standards
• Report project performance to the Directors
• Improve project processes as the business grows

The Candidate

• Strong background in HVAC / air conditioning contracting
• Senior Project Manager, Contracts Manager or Projects Manager experience
• Experience managing multiple projects and project teams
• Strong knowledge of AC, VRF/VRV and ventilation systems
• Commercially strong with experience managing project margins
• Excellent client and subcontractor management skills
• Strong leadership and organisational ability

Package

• £70,000-£85,000
• Car allowance / company vehicle
• Performance bonus
• Pension
• Company benefits
• Excellent progression

The Opportunity

This is an excellent step for an experienced HVAC Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager looking to move into departmental leadership.

You'll have genuine responsibility for people, projects, profitability and delivery, with the opportunity to build and develop the department as the company continues to grow.

Progression: Head of Projects → Operations Director