Mechanical Project Manager — Building Services Leader

Designer Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Designer Group is recruiting a Mechanical Project Manager to lead mechanical building services projects in Wales. You will take responsibility for planning, coordinating and delivering from pre-construction through handover, ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives are met while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires at least five years in a mechanical project management position, a relevant engineering degree, and experience managing budgets, programmes and

Qualifications

• Degree/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Manager for mechanical building services.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of mechanical projects from inception through to completion and handover.
• Manage project programmes, resources, budgets and subcontractor activities.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate design development, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Manage project teams including site managers, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress and report on programme, cost, risk and performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Review and manage project scope, variations and contractual requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support commercial teams with budget forecasting, cost control and change management.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and develop effective recovery plans where required.
• Ensure all project documentation, reports and records are maintained accurately.
• Oversee commissioning activities and successful project handover to the client.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, safety and continuous improvement across the project team.

Skills

Project management

HVAC

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

MS Office / PM software

Travel readiness

Driving licence

Education

Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Designer Group is recruiting a Mechanical Project Manager to lead mechanical building services projects in Wales. You will take responsibility for planning, coordinating and delivering from pre-construction through handover, ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives are met while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires at least five years in a mechanical project management position, a relevant engineering degree, and experience managing budgets, programmes and