Mechanical Project Manager

Mainstay Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Mappleborough Green; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established mechanical services company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator & Project Manager to drive the development of its mechanical division. The role involves managing contracts, preparing tenders, and ensuring health & safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant mechanical engineering qualifications, strong IT and interpersonal skills, and a flexible working approach. Benefits include a company pension scheme, discretionary bonuses, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Company pension scheme (up to 5% employer contribution)

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

EE corporate discount

Annual leave loyalty scheme

Discounts at South Staffs Leisure and Telford & Wrekin Leisure

Paid leave for children's first day at primary/secondary school

Employee assistance programme with discounts

Free mental health support

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanical engineer with broad knowledge of domestic and commercial mechanical systems.
• Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems certification required.
• Domestic and Commercial Gas qualifications.
• Good understanding of health & safety and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships to secure new tender opportunities.
• Prepare accurate tender submissions and quotations.
• Manage contracts, including procurement and control of labour and materials.
• Support accreditation requirements and assist with health & safety.

Skills

Strong IT skills across Word, Excel and Outlook

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours

Strong team player with the ability to work independently

Education

City & Guilds 2382 (17th Edition wiring regulations)

CSCS card

Job description

Role: Mechanical Estimator & Project Manager
Location: Redditch
Package: £55,000 + £6,000 car allowance

Our client is a well‑established Mechanical Services Business with over 34 years' experience in the installation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems. They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator / Project Manager to support continued growth within the Facilities Maintenance and Commercial sectors.

The business delivers projects nationwide across Commercial, Regeneration (social housing), PPM, and Rail divisions, employing over 120 staff.

We are now looking for a proactive individual to help drive the development of the mechanical division and support operational activities.

Role Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, securing new tender opportunities aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare accurate tender submissions and quotations in collaboration with the wider team.
• Work effectively under pressure to meet tender deadlines, adapting to changes and producing value‑engineering solutions where required.
• Manage contracts, including procurement and control of labour and materials within budget.
• Attend site meetings as required.
• Prepare and issue timely valuations for all assigned contracts.
• Support accreditation requirements within the business.
• Assist with health & safety, quality, and delivery standards for installation works.
• Contribute to developing and managing operational teams, including supervisors.

Candidate Requirements

• The ideal candidate will be a time‑served mechanical engineer with broad knowledge of both domestic and commercial mechanical systems.
• Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems certification
• Domestic Gas: CCN1, CENWAT, CDGA1, CIGA1, CORT1, CoNGLP1 (PD)
• Commercial Gas: COCN1, BMP1, ICPN1, TPCP1, TPCP1A
• City & Guilds 2382 (17th Edition wiring regulations)
• CSCS card
• Strong IT skills across Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good understanding of current Health & Safety and environmental legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently

Benefits

• Company pension scheme (up to 5% employer contribution)
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• EE corporate discount
• Annual leave loyalty scheme
• Discounts at South Staffs Leisure and Telford & Wrekin Leisure
• Paid leave for children's first day at primary/secondary school
• Employee assistance programme with high‑street discounts
• Free mental health support

If you are interested in finding out more about this role please apply or call Tom at our Walsall office.