Mechanical Project Manager

John G. Mackintosh Limited; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

John G. Mackintosh Limited is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead mechanical engineering and construction projects from planning through to handover.

You will coordinate clients, site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring safety, quality and timely delivery. The role requires robust planning, budgeting, and communication skills, with hands-on experience in mechanical building services, commissioning and risk management.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical, engineering or building services qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS or equivalent.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Plan and coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and project resources.
• Monitor project programmes, progress, budgets and key deliverables.
• Coordinate mechanical installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, site teams and other contractors.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier performance.
• Monitor project costs, variations and changes.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and potential delays.
• Attend and contribute to project and client meetings.
• Ensure works comply with relevant mechanical and building services standards, specifications and regulations.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Manage commissioning, snagging and final project handover.

Skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Communication

Client-facing

Budget awareness

Risk management

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

SMSTS or equivalent

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Founded in 1907 as a small family-run business, John G Mackintosh has grown steadily over the years, guided by values that remain central to our success today: Integrity, Diligence, Professionalism, and Collaboration. These principles define our culture and shape the way we work with colleagues, clients, and partners.

Our vision is to be Scotland’s preferred choice for building services solutions, and every member of the JGM team contributes to achieving that goal.

JGM delivers high-quality building services solutions across multiple sectors, supporting clients through safe, reliable, and high-performing engineering delivery.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

JGM is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Role Overview

The Mechanical Project Manager will be responsible for managing the delivery of mechanical engineering and construction projects from planning and design coordination through installation, commissioning and final handover.

You will ensure allocated projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality and technical standards. Working closely with clients, engineers, site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, you will coordinate day-to-day project activities and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Health, Safety & Environment

Safety is a core value at JGM and must always be a primary consideration in all work activities.

All employees have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 to:

• Take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of colleagues and visitors
• Protect, as far as reasonably practicable, others from risks arising from work activities

All duties must be carried out in accordance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Plan and coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and project resources.
• Monitor project programmes, progress, budgets and key deliverables.
• Coordinate mechanical installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, site teams and other contractors.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier performance.
• Monitor project costs, variations and changes.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and potential delays.
• Attend and contribute to project and client meetings.
• Ensure works comply with relevant mechanical and building services standards, specifications and regulations.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Manage commissioning, snagging and final project handover.
• Previous experience managing mechanical projects within the construction or building services sector.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services installations, testing and commissioning.
• Good understanding of construction project delivery.
• Experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Good commercial awareness, including project costs and variations.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical, engineering or building services qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS or equivalent.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

General

This job description outlines the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the company as necessary, consistent with the level of responsibility and competence of the role.

JGM reserves the right to amend or update this job description in line with business needs and company priorities.