Mechanical Contracts Manager

Mane Contract Services; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services is searching for a Mechanical Contracts Manager to oversee mechanical packages for high-specification commercial and industrial projects. The candidate will manage project delivery from pre-construction to final handover, requiring strong leadership and technical knowledge. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging fit-out projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Contracts Manager or Project Manager role.
• Proven experience delivering mechanical packages on high-end projects.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems and mechanical compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of mechanical services from tender through to handover.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ensure technical compliance of installations with specifications and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

Mane are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Mechanical Contracts Manager to join our client's expanding delivery team. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the management, coordination, and execution of mechanical packages across a range of high-specification Commercial, Industrial, and Banking fit-out projects. This is a key role requiring strong leadership, technical knowledge, and commercial awareness to ensure successful project delivery from pre-construction through to final handover.

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  Manage the delivery of mechanical services from tender stage through construction to commissioning and client handover.
• 
  Coordinate closely with project managers, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure smooth execution of project objectives.
• 
  Lead subcontractor selection, procurement, and management, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, programme, and budget.
• 
  Monitor and control project costs, change management, and reporting in collaboration with commercial teams.
• 
  Ensure technical compliance of mechanical installations with project specifications, industry standards, and statutory regulations.
• 
  Attend client meetings, progress reviews, and coordination workshops.
• 
  Ensure timely production of RAMS, commissioning plans, O&M manuals, and as-built documentation.
• 
  Maintain a focus on health & safety, quality, and environmental compliance throughout project delivery.
• 
  Drive continuous improvement, value engineering, and programme efficiencies where possible.
• 
  Contribute to project planning and resourcing to meet key delivery milestones.

Requirements:

• 
  Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (or time-served with strong project delivery track record).
• 
  Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Contracts Manager or Project Manager role with a mechanical contractor or building services firm.
• 
  Proven experience delivering mechanical packages on Commercial, Industrial, or high-end fit-out projects.
• 
  Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems, public health services, BMS, and mechanical compliance requirements.
• 
  Familiarity with relevant UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and health & safety legislation.
• 
  Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• 
  Ability to manage multiple projects and teams in a fast-paced environment.
• 
  Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools; knowledge of Navisworks or design review software beneficial.

Desirable:

• 
  SMSTS or equivalent safety qualification.
• 
  CSCS Managerial Card.
• 
  Experience with BIM coordination and digital project delivery tools.
• 
  Awareness of sustainability and energy efficiency standards (e.g., BREEAM, LEED).

Mane are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Mechanical Contracts Manager to join our client's expanding delivery team. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the management, coordination, and execution of mechanical packages across a range of high-specification Commercial, Industrial, and Banking fit-out projects. This is a key role requiring strong leadership, technical knowledge, and commercial awareness to ensure successful project delivery from pre-construction through to final handover.

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  Manage the delivery of mechanical services from tender stage through construction to commissioning and client handover.
• 
  Coordinate closely with project managers, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure smooth execution of project objectives.
• 
  Lead subcontractor selection, procurement, and management, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, programme, and budget.
• 
  Monitor and control project costs, change management, and reporting in collaboration with commercial teams.
• 
  Ensure technical compliance of mechanical installations with project specifications, industry standards, and statutory regulations.
• 
  Attend client meetings, progress reviews, and coordination workshops.
• 
  Ensure timely production of RAMS, commissioning plans, O&M manuals, and as-built documentation.
• 
  Maintain a focus on health & safety, quality, and environmental compliance throughout project delivery.
• 
  Drive continuous improvement, value engineering, and programme efficiencies where possible.
• 
  Contribute to project planning and resourcing to meet key delivery milestones.

Requirements:

• 
  Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (or time-served with strong project delivery track record).
• 
  Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Contracts Manager or Project Manager role with a mechanical contractor or building services firm.
• 
  Proven experience delivering mechanical packages on Commercial, Industrial, or high-end fit-out projects.
• 
  Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems, public health services, BMS, and mechanical compliance requirements.
• 
  Familiarity with relevant UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and health & safety legislation.
• 
  Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• 
  Ability to manage multiple projects and teams in a fast-paced environment.
• 
  Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools; knowledge of Navisworks or design review software beneficial.

Desirable:

• 
  SMSTS or equivalent safety qualification.
• 
  CSCS Managerial Card.
• 
  Experience with BIM coordination and digital project delivery tools.
• 
  Awareness of sustainability and energy efficiency standards (e.g., BREEAM, LEED).