Mechanical Project Manager

Vincent Gurney Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Job summary

Vincent Gurney Ltd in Croydon is recruiting a Mechanical Project Manager to lead the mechanical scope from award to final account on projects primarily in London.

You will manage costs, programmes and resources from our Croydon office, coordinating with design and electrical teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget. The role requires strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on leadership on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a mechanically biased Project Manager within Building Services.
• HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the mechanical element of projects from contract award through to completion and final account.
• Manage projects predominantly across London, while being based from the Croydon office.
• Manage project costs, P&L reporting, interim valuations and variations.
• Vet quotations and place orders with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, direct labour, site teams and project resources.
• Produce and manage mechanical programmes, monitoring progress and mitigating potential delays.
• Oversee mechanical design, design risk and CDP responsibilities, working closely with the Design Manager and external consultants.
• Coordinate mechanical installations with electrical and other building services.
• Chair project meetings and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Take responsibility for site Health & Safety and manage project documentation including RAMS, RFIs and technical submissions.
• Work independently to ensure projects are delivered safely, commercially and within agreed deadlines.

Skills

5+ years experience

Mechanical knowledge

P&L management

Contract administration

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Croydon / London Projects

Salary: £85,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

The Role:

• Take full responsibility for the mechanical element of projects from contract award through to completion and final account.
• Manage projects predominantly across London, while being based from the Croydon office.
• Manage project costs, P&L reporting, interim valuations and variations.
• Vet quotations and place orders with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, direct labour, site teams and project resources.
• Produce and manage mechanical programmes, monitoring progress and mitigating potential delays.
• Oversee mechanical design, design risk and CDP responsibilities, working closely with the Design Manager and external consultants.
• Coordinate mechanical installations with electrical and other building services.
• Chair project meetings and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Take responsibility for site Health & Safety and manage project documentation including RAMS, RFIs and technical submissions.
• Work independently to ensure projects are delivered safely, commercially and within agreed deadlines.

The Company:

• Been in the industry for over 40 years.
• Recognised for delivering projects across sectors including commercial offices, healthcare, education, residential, laboratories and leisure facilities.
• Approximately £40 million annual turnover.
• Offices based in Croydon and delivering projects across London and the South-East.
• One of London's leading M&E engineering firms, providing design, installation and commissioning services on both Design & Build and traditional contracts.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a mechanically biased Project Manager within Building Services.
• HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical