Mechanical Project Director

BMC Recruitment Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Leader to oversee project delivery in the United Kingdom. This role is critical in ensuring performance against schedule, cost, and quality in mechanical engineering activities. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in major projects, particularly in nuclear or large-scale sectors, and will excel in stakeholder management. The position requires strong decision-making abilities and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering projects, preferably in nuclear or large-scale industrial sectors.
• Ability to lead teams and drive productivity.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all mechanical engineering project activities.
• Direct project leadership for alignment with objectives.
• Monitor delivery performance against schedule and quality standards.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Resource planning

Field supervision

Job description

Role Purpose

Lead the delivery of all mechanical engineering project activities, ensuring performance against schedule, cost, and quality standards. Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight across design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases. Act as the single accountable leader for mechanical engineering delivery, driving integration across disciplines and enabling functions.

Core Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Direct all mechanical engineering activities, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and contractual obligations.
• Delivery Performance: Monitor progress against schedule, earned hours, and quality standards; implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Team Coordination: Lead Mechanical Area Leads and Discipline Leads to resolve blockers, maintain productivity, and ensure consistent leadership presence on site.
• Interface Management: Strengthen collaboration across engineering, supply chain, commissioning, and logistics to ensure seamless planning and execution.
• Reporting: Provide accurate, timely progress updates to Programme Director and Steering Committee, including risk escalation and mitigation strategies.
• Readiness Oversight: Ensure pre-construction readiness, including work-front preparation and lookahead planning, in collaboration with pre-construction teams.
• Problem Solving: Lead tactical interventions to resolve constraints related to materials, design, sequencing, and access.
• Resource Planning: Oversee workforce planning and capability development for mechanical delivery teams.
• Field Supervision: Drive high-performing site supervision, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Decision Rights: Acts as the primary decision-maker for mechanical engineering delivery.

Key Interfaces

• Mechanical Area Leads
• Discipline Leads
• Engineering and Quality Teams
• HSE
• Planning (L4 / L5)
• Commissioning and Tier 1 Contractors

Commercial and PMO Teams Skills and Experience

• Senior leadership experience in major mechanical engineering projects (preferably in nuclear or large-scale industrial sectors).
• Strong delivery focus with expertise in sequencing, earned hours, and production control.
• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to lead in a multi-partner environment.
• Deep understanding of mechanical construction interfaces, readiness, and field supervision.
• Behavioural leadership aligned to organisational values and alliance principles