Mechanical Project Manager

Skilled Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking a knowledgeable Mechanical Project Manager for data centre projects in Central London. You will lead site-based delivery, manage mechanical packages from inception to handover, and ensure projects meet programme, budget, quality and safety standards.

The role emphasises leadership, client liaison, and proactive risk management, with responsibilities spanning coordination, procurement, and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Project Manager or similar delivery role.
• Experience managing mechanical packages from submittals to handover.
• Data centre project experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of mechanical projects to schedule, budget and quality.
• Lead project teams and coordinate meetings, reporting progress and risks.
• Coordinate with design teams for drawings and submittals against requirements.
• Manage procurement, materials, and subcontractors in line with programme.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Prepare and review monthly cost and progress reports.

Skills

Project management

Data centre projects

Subcontractor management

Procurement

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Education

HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering

GCSE English & Maths

CSCS card

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager - Data Centres

Salary: £85,000 + Benefits

Location: Central London

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of mechanical projects within the data centre sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially aware professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

The successful candidate will manage projects of varying values, taking ownership of the full project lifecycle from technical submittals and design coordination through to procurement, installation, commissioning and final handover. The role will be predominantly site-based, requiring attendance on site five days per week, with occasional travel to the head office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of mechanical projects, ensuring programme milestones, budgets and quality expectations are achieved.
• Lead project team meetings, providing direction, motivation and support to improve performance and maintain progress.
• Report on project performance, progress, commercial matters and key risks to clients, directors and relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with technical and design teams to ensure drawings and technical submissions are delivered in line with project requirements, identifying any additional costs, programme delays or external factors that could affect delivery.
• Coordinate and manage procurement activities, ensuring materials, equipment and resources are available in line with project programmes.
• Manage subcontractors and project teams, delegating responsibilities effectively while maintaining strong working relationships.
• Oversee mechanical installation and commissioning activities, ensuring work is completed in accordance with specifications and contractual requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout all stages of project delivery.
• Manage project costs and commercial performance, working closely with the project surveyor to prepare and review monthly PFR reports.
• Monitor and control project quality, programme delivery and commercial risks, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure all project documentation, commissioning records and handover information are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, delivering a professional, customer-focused service throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience and Requirements

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Project Manager or similar project delivery role.
• Demonstrable experience managing mechanical packages from technical submittal through to installation, commissioning and handover.
• Essential experience working on data centre projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building services, project programmes, procurement, cost control and subcontractor management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, site teams, directors and other stakeholders.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, with strong problem-solving, decision-making and dispute-resolution abilities.
• A client-focused mindset, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• HNC/HND, BTEC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is desirable.
• Approximately five years of project engineering experience is desirable.
• Experience using Asta Powerproject for project programming is desirable.

The Opportunity

This role would suit a driven Mechanical Project Manager with proven data centre experience who can confidently lead site-based teams, manage mechanical packages from inception through to completion, and deliver projects to demanding programme, quality, safety and commercial standards.