Mechanical Project Manager

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

Company vehicle or car allowance

Exclusive on commercial projects

Career development opportunities

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to deliver commercial mechanical projects from planning through handover. You will oversee plumbing-related installations while managing programmes, budgets, labour and procurement.

The role requires coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, liaising with clients and consultants, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing mechanical projects within the commercial building services sector.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installations, particularly plumbing systems and associated pipework.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors, site teams, budgets and project programmes.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships.
• Proactive approach to project delivery and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• SMSTS and CSCS qualifications would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial mechanical projects from initial planning through to completion and handover.
• Overseeing mechanical installations with focus on plumbing and building services.
• Managing project programmes, budgets, labour and material procurement.
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Liaising with clients, main contractors and consultants.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Monitoring progress, costs and variations to keep projects viable.
• Carrying out site visits to monitor quality, progress and safety.
• Coordinating testing, commissioning, snagging and handover.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensuring compliance with building regs and health & safety standards

Skills

Mechanical projects

Plumbing systems

Subcontractors

Budgets

Project programmes

Client relationships

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Multiple priorities

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager

£70,000 – £80,000 + Uncapped Bonus + Company Vehicle or Car Allowance

Location: London
Job Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong background in commercial building services and plumbing installations?

We’re working with an established company looking to bring an experienced Mechanical Project Manager into the team to oversee the delivery of commercial projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine strong technical knowledge with the ability to manage projects, teams and client relationships from start to finish.

All projects are within the commercial sector, so candidates must have a proven background in commercial projects and a strong understanding of plumbing systems within mechanical building services.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of mechanical projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required standard.

• Managing commercial mechanical projects from initial planning through to completion and handover


• Overseeing mechanical installations, with a strong focus on plumbing and associated building services


• Managing project programmes, budgets, labour and material procurement


• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers


• Liaising with clients, main contractors, consultants and other trades


• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications and project documentation


• Monitoring project progress, costs and variations to ensure projects remain commercially viable


• Carrying out site visits to monitor quality, progress and health and safety


• Coordinating testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover


• Identifying and resolving technical issues throughout the project lifecycle


• Ensuring all works comply with relevant building regulations, health and safety requirements and industry standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing mechanical projects within the commercial building services sector


• A strong understanding of mechanical installations, particularly plumbing systems and associated pipework


• Experience overseeing subcontractors, site teams, budgets and project programmes


• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications


• Strong commercial awareness, organisation and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships


• A proactive approach to project delivery, with the ability to manage multiple priorities


• Relevant qualifications in Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering or Building Services would be advantageous


• SMSTS and CSCS qualifications would be beneficial

What's on Offer

• £70,000 – £80,000 basic salary


• Uncapped bonus scheme


• Company vehicle or car allowance


• Opportunity to work exclusively on commercial projects


• A varied role with responsibility for project delivery from start to finish


• The opportunity to join an established business with scope for long-term career development

Keywords: Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Projects, Commercial Projects, Building Services, Plumbing, Pipework, Mechanical Engineering, M&E, HVAC, Construction, Project Delivery, Subcontractor Management, Project Planning, Budget Management, SMSTS, CSCS