Mechanical Project Manager

Linea Recruitment Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 64,575 - 73,800; Part time

Job summary

Linea Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for fast-paced commercial fit out schemes in Central London / Surrey. This freelance opportunity covers managing CAT A/B fit-out packages from £500k to £3m, delivering on time, safely and to exacting standards.

You will coordinate HVAC, pipework and building services, lead multi-disciplinary teams and maintain strong client relations, with a proactive, solution-focused approach. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within the commercial fit out sector.
• Experience delivering CAT A and CAT B office fit out projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, pipework and mechanical building services.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical fit out projects valued between £500k and £3m.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Produce and manage project programmes.
• Attend client, consultant and subcontractor meetings.
• Manage procurement and ensure timely material deliveries.
• Oversee installation quality and compliance with specifications.
• Monitor project costs and support commercial teams with variations.
• Oversee commissioning, testing and project handovers.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Pipework

Mechanical building services

Client-facing communication

Stakeholder management

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager - Commercial Fit Out

Location: Central London / Surrey

Rate: £350 - £400 per day (CIS/Ltd)

Contract: Freelance

The Opportunity

We're working with a well-established M&E contractor delivering high-quality commercial fit out projects across Central London. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee multiple mechanical packages ranging from £500k to £3m.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Project Manager who has a proven track record of delivering fast-paced CAT A & CAT B commercial fit out projects and enjoys working within a collaborative and technically strong team.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the successful delivery of mechanical installations from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Managing mechanical fit out projects valued between £500k and £3m.
• Coordinating labour, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Producing and managing project programmes.
• Attending client, consultant and subcontractor meetings.
• Managing procurement and ensuring materials are delivered on time.
• Overseeing installation quality and ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Monitoring project costs and supporting commercial teams with variations.
• Managing commissioning, testing and project handovers.
• Maintaining excellent health & safety standards across all sites.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within the commercial fit out sector.
• Experience delivering CAT A and CAT B office fit out projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, pipework and mechanical building services.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams.
• A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid (preferred).

What's on Offer

• £350 - £400 per day.
• Long-term freelance opportunity.
• Projects across Central London.
• High-profile commercial fit out schemes.
• Strong pipeline of repeat business.
• Immediate start available.