Mechanical Project Manager

Core Group; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a major 76-week prison construction project in Leicester. You will lead all mechanical works from installation through commissioning, coordinating plumbing, heating, pipework, plant rooms, and subcontractors to meet milestones.

Applicants should have a strong mechanical background with proven delivery on large-scale builds and a track record of safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing mechanical packages on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong leadership and subcontractor management skills.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all mechanical works from installation through commissioning and handover.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist installers on site.
• Oversee plumbing, heating, pipework, plant room, and related mechanical installations.
• Monitor programme progress and ensure alignment with milestones.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with the wider project team and other trades.
• Oversee project costs, variations, procurement, and resource requirements.

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

HNC/HND

Job description

Location: Leicester

Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a major 76-week new build prison project in Leicester. This is a key role responsible for managing the delivery of all mechanical packages across the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical background, ideally from a plumbing, heating, pipefitting, or mechanical building services discipline, with proven experience managing mechanical installations on large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all mechanical works from installation through to commissioning and handover.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist installers on site.
• Oversee plumbing, heating, pipework, plant room, and associated mechanical installations.
• Monitor programme progress and ensure mechanical packages are delivered in line with project milestones.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with the wider project team and other trades.
• Manage project costs, variations, procurement, and resource requirements relating to mechanical works.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Attend and chair progress meetings, providing regular updates to senior management and the client.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and installation methodologies.
• Support commissioning, testing, snagging, and final handover activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager on major construction or M&E projects.
• Strong mechanical background with experience managing plumbing, heating, pipefitting, or mechanical building services installations.
• Mechanical qualifications preferred (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, or equivalent in Plumbing & Heating, Mechanical Engineering, or Building Services).
• Experience delivering mechanical packages on large-scale projects such as custodial, healthcare, commercial, industrial, education, or public sector developments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, installation sequencing, and commissioning processes.
• Excellent leadership and subcontractor management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project planning capabilities.
• Good knowledge of health & safety legislation and industry best practices.
• SMSTS and relevant site safety qualifications preferred.
• Strong communication, reporting, and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark new build prison development.
• Long-term 76-week project programme.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression within a growing and established M&E contractor.
• Exposure to a high-profile, technically challenging mechanical project