Mechanical Site Manager

Black Point Recruitment LTD; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of mechanical installations

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Black Point Recruitment LTD has a new opportunity for a Mechanical Site Manager in Norwich to lead mechanical building services on site. The role focuses on coordinating subcontractors, overseeing installations, testing, and delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.

You will manage drawings, order materials, witness commissioning, and liaise with clients and consultants to keep progress on track.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in mechanical building services installation and site supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and plans.
• SMSTS or equivalent health and safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Produce material lists and order materials directly from drawings and plans.
• Coordinate mechanical services installations on site.
• Oversee and witness the commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Carry out pressure testing, inspections and quality checks throughout installation and at completion.
• Mark up drawings for accurate As-Installed CAD records.
• Coordinate and liaise with subcontractors covering ductwork, BMS, medical gases, AHU plant and other mechanical systems.
• Work closely with suppliers and specialist contractors to ensure installations run smoothly.
• Incorporate technical advice and recommendations into installation planning and coordination.
• Ensure all works meet project specifications, relevant regulations and health and safety standards.
• Maintain quality throughout installation, testing and handover.
• Provide technical information and support to Contract Managers and Project Managers.
• Attend site visits, progress meetings and design coordination sessions.
• Monitor progress against the programme and resolve technical or installation issues.
• Liaise with pre-construction teams to ensure works remain within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and other trades to keep projects moving.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing systems

Subcontractor management

Site supervision

Reading drawings

Communication

Safety training SMSTS

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering Services

Tools

CAD drawings

MS Office

Job description

MECHANICAL SITE MANAGER

£60,000-£65,000 per annum | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Mechanical Site Manager looking for your next challenge?

We're looking for a hands-on, technically strong Mechanical Site Manager to take ownership of mechanical building services installations, coordinate subcontractors and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards on a permanent basis for one of our clients.

If you have a strong background in mechanical services, excellent site management skills and the confidence to drive projects forward, we want to hear from you!

THE ROLE

Technical & Operational Management

• Produce material lists and order materials directly from drawings and plans.
• Coordinate and oversee mechanical services installations on site.
• Oversee and witness the commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Carry out pressure testing, inspections and quality checks throughout installation and at completion.
• Mark up drawings for accurate As-Installed CAD records.

Subcontractor & Supplier Management

• Coordinate and liaise with subcontractors covering ductwork, BMS, medical gases, AHU plant and other mechanical systems.
• Work closely with suppliers and specialist contractors to ensure installations run smoothly.
• Incorporate technical advice and recommendations into installation planning and coordination.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all works meet project specifications, relevant regulations and health and safety standards.
• Maintain quality throughout installation, testing and handover.
• Provide technical information and support to Contract Managers and Project Managers.

Project Coordination

• Attend site visits, progress meetings and design coordination sessions.
• Monitor progress against the programme and resolve technical or installation issues.
• Liaise with pre-construction teams to ensure works remain within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and other trades to keep projects moving.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in mechanical building services installation and site supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and associated mechanical systems.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical plans.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant health and safety training, such as SMSTS, and applicable certifications.

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• Competitive salary of £60,000-£65,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to take ownership of mechanical installations and site delivery.
• Work alongside experienced project and contract management teams.
• A challenging role with opportunities to develop your career in mechanical building services.