Mechanical Site Manager

James Lewis Recruitment; Milton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Site Manager for a £3m lab conversion project in Milton, Scotland. This full-time site-based role involves leading day-to-day operations and coordinating M&E trades over an 18-month phased program. The ideal candidate should possess SSSTS certification and a track record in managing M&E sites in occupied environments. The position offers working hours from 07:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, within a semi-occupied building. Apply now with your CV and availability.

Qualifications

• SSSTS certification is essential for this role.
• Experience in M&E site management preferred, especially in occupied environments.
• Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site operations, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Coordinate M&E trades and manage the sequence of works.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities and progress.
• Interface with building management to minimize disruptions.

Skills

SSSTS

M&E site experience

First Aid

Microsoft Office proficiency

Running M&E sites

Job description

Mechanical Site Manager — CAT B Lab Conversion (Semi‑Occupied, Phased)

Project: £3m CAT B lab conversion (office → laboratory)
Role Type: Site‑based, full time (M‑F, 07:30‑16:30)
Team Setup: You as the on‑site lead, with a Project Manager visiting 2‑3 days/week and an Operations Manager visiting at least once per week.
Duration: 18‑month phased programme (each work area unoccupied during its phase)

The Project

Delivery of a high‑spec CAT B laboratory conversion within a semi‑occupied building. Scope includes new and modified plant room, VRF AC, ductwork, fan coil units, domestic plumbing, toilets, kitchens, clean rooms, and specialist lab equipment—covering HVAC and plumbing packages end‑to‑end.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead day‑to‑day site operations, driving safety, quality and programme on a live environment project.
• Coordinate M&E trades and specialist lab contractors; sequence phased works to protect building users.
• Chair daily briefings and weekly progress meetings; maintain look‑ahead plans with PM and Ops.
• Set, brief and enforce RAMS, permits to work, isolations/LOTO, and site logistics.
• Monitor install quality, sign‑off inspections/ITPs, and manage snag/defect close‑out.
• Keep crisp records: diaries, progress photos, red‑lines, material call‑offs and short‑interval plans.
• Interface with building management and stakeholders to minimise disruption in semi‑occupied areas.
• Support testing, commissioning, demonstrations and handover documentation.

You’ll need

• SSSTS — essential
• M&E site experience — preferred (office D&B/lab/fit‑out experience advantageous)
• First Aid — desirable
• Confident with Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word) and basic digital site tools
• A track record running M&E sites in occupied or semi‑occupied environments

Hours & Logistics

• 07:30-16:30, Monday‑Friday (site‑based)
• Phased delivery over 18 months; work areas unoccupied during each phase

If you’re a hands‑on M&E Site Manager who can run a tight, safe programme in a live environment and deliver lab‑grade quality, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now — send your CV and availability