Mechanical Project Manager

Briggs and Forrester Group; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced project manager to oversee construction projects from handover to completion. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in project management, particularly in M&E projects in a contracting environment, and possess a relevant qualification. The role includes maintaining client relationships, managing site teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Competitive salary and various employee benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car / car allowance

25 days holiday

Private healthcare scheme

Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Five or more years’ experience in a relevant trade or project management role.
• Previous experience managing M&E projects within a contracting environment.
• SMSTS Qualification.
• Asbestos Awareness training.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from handover to final completion.
• Ensure safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Plan and oversee daily site activities and subcontractor performance.
• Manage procurement of labour and materials.

Skills

Project management

Customer relationships

Health and safety compliance

Financial management

Team leadership

Education

Relevant mechanical, electrical, or building services qualification

Tools

CSCS Card relevant to position

Job description

The Role

Reports to: Contracts Manager

Job Overview

• Support the delivery of B&F’s business vision, goals, and strategy by managing construction projects from handover to final completion.
• Take responsibility for safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery, ensuring that programmes are met, costs are controlled, and client expectations are exceeded.
• Maintain professional and collaborative relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and uphold B&F’s standards in health and safety, technical delivery, and team performance.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Customer Relationships & Communication

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Represent B&F professionally at all times and act as the key point of contact for your project.
• Attend and contribute to regular client and site meetings, ensuring clear, open communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Issue timely reports and updates, including monthly site progress reports and completion communications.
• Ensure all instructions, queries and requests are recorded and responded to, including RFIs and CVIs.

Managerial

• Take ownership of the project following handover from Estimating.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily site activities and subcontractor performance.
• Manage Supervisors and site teams to ensure quality, safety, and productivity are maintained.
• Ensure Social Value commitments are understood and delivered across projects, promoting community engagement, local employment, and environmental responsibility in line with client and company expectations.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with B&F’s Safety Strategy and site-specific RAMS.
• Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to their development.
• Ensure the project aligns with B&F’s IMS processes, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Financial

• Lead the procurement of labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors in line with programme requirements and commercial targets, ensuring quality and value for money.
• Work with the QS to ensure accurate forecasting and effective cost control throughout the project.
• Support the commercial team in managing change control, issuing and agreeing variations, and submitting applications for payment.
• Provide project cost updates for monthly financial reviews.
• Contribute to project Profit Enhancement Plans where required.

Technical

• Manage all elements of the M&E installation to ensure technical compliance and quality workmanship.
• Lead coordination activities and attend design meetings where needed.
• Ensure design release aligns with programme milestones, including BWIC, coordination and record drawings.
• Compile O&M manuals and ensure technical close-out and handover are achieved to a high standard.

Contractual

• Understand and comply with project contract terms and obligations.
• Ensure timely issue of key project documentation including start letters, health & safety files, and completion letters.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the life of the project.

Programming & Planning

Produce, maintain, and communicate a clear and achievable project programme.

Monitor progress against programme and update stakeholders regularly.

Identify key construction milestones and align B&F’s work accordingly.

Highlight and mitigate risks to programme delivery, escalating issues promptly when required.

Requirements

Minimum:

• Relevant mechanical, electrical, or building services qualification.
• Five or more years’ experience in a relevant trade or project management role.
• Previous experience managing M&E projects within a contracting environment.
• SMSTS Qualification.
• Asbestos Awareness training.
• CSCS Card relevant to position.

Desirable:

• First Aid at Work certification.

At all times, you represent the Company and are expected to conduct yourself in accordance with Our Values: Professional – Dynamic – Responsible.

Package

• Competitive salary
• Company car / car allowance / fuel card
• 25 days holiday (up to 30 days with service) plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare scheme and life insurance
• Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity and adoption policy – 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks at SMP
• Enhanced paternity policy – 2 weeks full pay (available as consecutive weeks or flexible instalments)
• Employee owned business
• Flexible holiday scheme
• An excellent working environment, opportunities for career progression and further technical and personal development