Mechanical Project Manager In London

Lord Search & Selection; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to manage complex mechanical installations across commercial, healthcare, and life science sectors in London. You'll oversee site activities, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate closely with clients and subcontractors while offering a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive package including travel, pension, healthcare, and bonus

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects

Supportive senior leadership

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering complex projects (Healthcare, Life Sciences, Commercial Fit-Out).
• Extensive knowledge of procurement processes and contract management.
• Client-facing with a collaborative and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activity and maintain project progress.
• Oversee procurement and delivery of materials.
• Lead health & safety compliance and subcontractor coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Background in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procurement Processes

Contract Management

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager
London & Surrounding Areas GBP90,000 GBP95,000 + Competitive Package
Sector: Commercial, Healthcare, Life Science

We are representing a well-established MEP contractor renowned for delivering exceptional commercial, life science, and healthcare projects throughout London. With a strong pipeline of work and consistent project values ranging between GBP15M GBP30M, they are now seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their dynamic team.

The Role
As Mechanical Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex mechanical installations. Reporting to the Divisional Manager, you ll be responsible for managing site activity, maintaining project progress, ensuring top-tier standards of installation and compliance, and delivering works within programme and budget. Your leadership will ensure smooth communication between the client, site team, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in pre-construction estimating by extracting equipment schedules from drawings

• Lead on-site health & safety including inductions, RAMS, toolbox talks and compliance

• Oversee procurement and timely delivery of materials, equipment, and hire goods

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and on-site trades

• Track and report programme progress to the main contractor/client

• Ensure high standards of installation quality through inspections and check sheets

• Attend and contribute to site progress meetings

• Manage testing and commissioning, liaising with specialist contractors

• Prepare and deliver O&M manuals, as-installed drawings, and building logbooks

• Provide regular updates and reports to the Divisional Manager

• Maintain proactive communication with the client, main contractor and wider project team

• Resolve conflicts and escalate major issues as necessary

• Manage all site personnel, maintaining morale and productivity

• Share lessons learned and flag recurring or avoidable issues

• Liaise with the design team and answer technical queries

• Oversee specialist installations and develop working knowledge of mechanical systems

Requirements:

• Background in Mechanical Engineering or mechanical trade

• Proven track record in delivering complex projects (Healthcare, Life Sciences, Commercial Fit-Out, Education)

• Extensive knowledge of procurement processes and contract management

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Client-facing with a collaborative and professional attitude

What we Offer:

• Salary: GBP90,000 GBP95,000 (dependent on experience)

• Attractive package including travel, pension, healthcare, and performance-related bonus

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, technically challenging projects

• Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership

Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.