Installation Manager

FYBA Talent; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

FYBA Talent is seeking a mechanical Installation Manager to oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of installation projects across water/utility sectors from Poole. You will manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include planning from initial site prep through to installation, testing, commissioning and final handover, with a focus on RAMS, safety and cost control.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical installation, construction, engineering or utilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Strong planning, organisation and cost-control skills.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• RAMS and health & safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee mechanical installation projects from start to completion.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and resources.
• Carry out site visits to assess access, lifting requirements and readiness.
• Monitor progress, programmes, deadlines and costs.
• Ensure RAMS, risk assessments and lifting plans meet requirements.
• Oversee testing and commissioning and handover.
• Identify and resolve site issues, delays and defects.
• Liaise with project managers, customers and site personnel.
• Ensure projects meet standards and are handed over.

Skills

Mechanical installation management

Site management

Health & safety oversight

Project coordination

Lifting operations knowledge

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications or Apprenticeship

Job description

Installation Manager (Water industry)

Poole

Up to £55,000 p/a plus package.

We are seeking an organised, practical and proactive Mechanical Installation Manager to oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical installation projects across the water, wastewater, utilities and engineering sectors for a specialist contractor in the industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in mechanical installation, site management, construction or health and safety who is looking to take on a broader project and installation management role.

You will be responsible for coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, materials and equipment, ensuring installations are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget. You will oversee projects from initial planning and site preparation through to installation, testing, commissioning and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee mechanical installation projects from start to completion.
• Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and resources.
• Carry out site visits to assess access, lifting requirements, site conditions and readiness.
• Monitor project progress, programmes, deadlines and costs.
• Ensure all health and safety requirements are met, including RAMS, risk assessments, method statements and lifting plans.
• Oversee mechanical installations, quality inspections, testing and commissioning.
• Identify and resolve site issues, delays, defects and additional work requirements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, customers, contractors and site personnel.
• Ensure projects are completed to the required standards and properly handed over.

About You

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Mechanical Installation Management
• Mechanical or M&E Site Management
• Construction Site Management
• Mechanical or Installation Supervision
• Utilities or Water/Wastewater Site Management
• Health & Safety Advising or Management

You will ideally have:

• Experience within mechanical installation, construction, engineering, utilities or industrial environments.
• Good practical understanding of mechanical equipment, pipework, lifting operations and site activities.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, engineers or site-based teams.
• A strong understanding of health and safety, RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs and deadlines.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
• Relevant engineering qualifications, apprenticeships or equivalent practical experience are desirable.

Importantly, we are not just looking for someone with the job title of Installation Manager. We would welcome applications from experienced Site Supervisors, Site Managers and Health & Safety Advisors or Managers who have relevant construction, mechanical, engineering or utilities experience and are looking to develop into a broader installation management position.

The Opportunity

This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of installation projects, work with experienced engineering and site teams, and contribute to the successful delivery of important infrastructure projects.

Location: Poole, Dorset

Travel: Regular UK-wide site travel, including occasional overnight stays

Salary: Competitive and negotiable depending on experience.

If you have a strong site-based background in mechanical engineering, construction, utilities or health and safety and are looking for your next career opportunity, we would be interested in hearing from you.