Mechanical Contract Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national M&E Contractor is looking for a Mechanical Contract Manager to join their management team in Northampton. The successful candidate will oversee large-scale mechanical projects up to £10M, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards. Key responsibilities include leading project teams, managing budgets, and liaising with clients and subcontractors. Applicants should have proven leadership experience and a solid background in mechanical construction.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

Company pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a leadership role managing Mechanical Project Managers.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and construction practices.
• Proven track record in managing projects valued at £10M+.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and execution of mechanical elements of large-scale projects.
• Lead and coordinate with project management teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress and manage risks effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Budgeting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Contract Manager

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000

Benefits: Company car or car allowance, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, private healthcare, company pension

A national M&E Contractor islooking for a Mechanical Contract Manager to join their expanding management team in Northampton covering an area of Bedfordshire, Leicestershire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients and businesses across a multitude of sectors including Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Defence and MOJ. These projects are typically valued up to £10M.

As one of the management team you will be responsible to lead and oversee the projects from pre-construction to completion ensuring the projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

As the Mechanical Contract Manager, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead the preparation and execution of the mechanical element of large-scale commercial projects running simultaneously.


• Co-ordinate with project management teams, sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.


• Provide leadership to Mechanical Project Manager and Mechanical Engineers.


• Monitor project progress and performance, addressing any issues that arise.


• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring solutions are implemented effectively.


• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.


• Maintain close working relationships with clients, stakeholders, sub-contractors and internal teams to manage progress, challenges, and resolutions.

Successful applicants will have the following experience:

• Previous experience within a leadership role and managing Mechanical Project Managers.


• Proven track record of successfully managing complex mechanical project with values £10M+.


• Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of mechanical systems, construction practices and industry standards.


• Effective planning and project management skills, including planning, scheduling and resource allocation.


• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control and financial analysis.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals.


• The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new mechanical manager opportunity within the Building Services sector (Mechanical Contract Manager, Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager, M&E Contract Manager, MEP Contract Manager)