Mechanical Project Manager

Cornerstone Project Source; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a permanent Mechanical Project Manager to lead high-quality M&E projects. The ideal candidate will take full commercial and technical responsibility for project delivery and manage engineering teams. This role requires strong experience in mechanical project management and offers a salary of £75,000 per annum along with attractive benefits, including private health care and increasing annual leave. Please apply with your CV if you're ready to take on complex projects.

Benefits

Private health care

Pension scheme

Paid business travel expenses

Increasing annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical project management experience is essential.
• Ability to lead engineering teams and manage projects effectively.
• Experience with M&E projects and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and delivery of Mechanical Services.
• Ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage project close-out activities and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Project Leadership

Commercial Oversight

Team Management

Stakeholder Liaison

Job description

We are seeking a permanent Mechanical Project Manager to oversee high-quality M&E projects, operating as the lead for Mechanical Services packages. This role involves full commercial and technical responsibility for project delivery. Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £75,000 per annum
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM (flexibility required for project demands)
Location: Mainly London sites
Initial Projects: Mechanical lead on 2-3 MEP projects (circa £1M - £1.3M).

Core Responsibilities (Building Services)

• Project Leadership: Taking overall responsibility for the successful procurement, financial management, and delivery of Mechanical Services packages (including Public Health and BMS).
• Commercial & Technical Oversight: Ensuring commercial, financial, and technical compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Management: Directing project engineering teams, setting quality standards, and managing risk. This includes resourcing, mentoring, and supporting junior staff.
• Business Growth: Contributing to winning work by leading engineering tender proposals and providing innovative strategies.
• Project Completion: Managing project close‑out activities, including O&M manuals, snagging, defects management, and final handover.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Working with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, clients, and consultants.

Package & Benefits

• Private health care and pension scheme.
• 20 days annual leave, rising to 25 days after 5 years of service.
• All business travel expenses paid (including parking if part of business travel).

If you are a Project Manager with strong Mechanical experience ready to take ownership of complex projects, please submit your CV.