Mechanical Superintendent - High View

Bilfinger Berger SE; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger UK is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Installation Superintendent to lead the installation of mechanical plant on a major new-build project, onsite at Carrington. You will coordinate with piping, rigging, structural, and EC&I teams to drive safe, on-time delivery and quality completions.

The role requires proven large-project delivery experience, strong subcontractor management, and a solid QA/QC background. NEC4 familiarity and CCSNG/IOSH certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven Mechanical Installation Superintendent / Construction Manager experience on large-scale new-build projects.
• Demonstrable experience interfacing with and coordinating piping installation scopes on multi-discipline sites.
• Strong subcontractor management track record — leading multiple mechanical contractors through to mechanical completion.
• Solid QA/QC and completions background — ITPs, walk-downs, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Recognised mechanical trade background; SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely or CCSNG.
• Energy-from-Waste, Power, Hydrogen, or Petrochemical project experience would be a distinct advantage.
• NEC 4 contract awareness and experience working under principal contractor / EPC arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mechanical installation activities — boilers, vessels, pumps, heat exchangers, fans, conveyors, and major plant items — from delivery through to mechanical completion.
• Interface directly with the piping installation scope, ensuring sequencing, tie-ins, and connections are fully coordinated with the piping team.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractor companies, monitoring resourcing, productivity, quality, and adherence to programme.
• Lead alignment, levelling, and setting-to-work of plant items in line with vendor requirements and project specifications.
• Drive QA/QC and completions — ITP sign-off, walk-downs, punch lists, and production of mechanical handover packs to release systems for pressure testing and commissioning.
• Liaise daily with client engineering teams, vendors, design teams, and HSE officers to resolve technical and coordination issues.
• Maintain detailed weekly progress reports, KPI tracking, and labour/budget reviews for project leadership.
• Proven Mechanical Installation Superintendent / Construction Manager experience on large-scale new-build construction projects.
• Demonstrable experience interfacing with and coordinating piping installation scopes on multi-discipline sites.
• Strong subcontractor management track record — leading multiple mechanical contractors through to mechanical completion.
• Solid QA/QC and completions background — ITPs, walk-downs, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Recognised mechanical trade background; SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely or CCSNG.
• Energy-from-Waste, Power, Hydrogen, or Petrochemical project experience would be a distinct advantage.
• NEC 4 contract awareness and experience working under principal contractor / EPC arrangements.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Piping interface coordination

Mechanical installation leadership

QA/QC processes

Site coordination

Job description

Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With about 31,000 employees and over €5.4 billion in revenue in 2025, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

Shape the future with Bilfinger UK: With a strong commitment to sustainability, Bilfinger UK stands out as a premier provider of engineering and maintenance services. For over 50 years, Bilfinger UK has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, delivering advanced solutions that support industries, infrastructure, and communities across the United Kingdom.

As a key member of the globally respected Bilfinger Group, Bilfinger UK has built a reputation as a versatile leader, offering both onshore and offshore services. From energy and utilities to pharmaceuticals and petrochemicals, the company’s broad expertise across various sectors makes it a trusted partner in the industry, as well as a work environment where you can develop your potential.

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!

Bilfinger UKare recruiting an experienced Mechanical Installation Superintendent to lead the delivery of all mechanical plant and equipment installation activities on a major new-build construction project,working in close coordination with the piping installation scope.This role will be based full time on site at Hight view Powerstation in Carrington

The role suits a mechanical specialist with proven large-project delivery experience across sectors such as Energy-from-Waste, Power, Hydrogen, Petrochemical, or Pharmaceutical,

with strong subcontractor management credentials and the ability to interface seamlessly with piping, Rigging, Structural, and EC&I disciplines

• Oversee all mechanical installation activities — boilers, vessels, pumps, heat exchangers, fans, conveyors, and major plant items — from delivery through to mechanical completion.
• Interface directly with the piping installation scope, ensuring sequencing, tie-ins, and connections are fully coordinated with the piping team.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractor companies, monitoring resourcing, productivity, quality, and adherence to programme.
• Lead alignment, levelling, and setting-to-work of plant items in line with vendor requirements and project specifications.
• Drive QA/QC and completions — ITP sign-off, walk-downs, punch lists, and production of mechanical handover packs to release systems for pressure testing and commissioning.
• Liaise daily with client engineering teams, vendors, design teams, and HSE officers to resolve technical and coordination issues.
• Maintain detailed weekly progress reports, KPI tracking, and labour/budget reviews for project leadership.
• Proven Mechanical Installation Superintendent / Construction Manager experience on large-scale new-build construction projects.
• Demonstrable experience interfacing with and coordinating piping installation scopes on multi-discipline sites.
• Strong subcontractor management track record — leading multiple mechanical contractors through to mechanical completion.
• Solid QA/QC and completions background — ITPs, walk-downs, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Recognised mechanical trade background; SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely or CCSNG
• Energy-from-Waste, Power, Hydrogen, or Petrochemical project experience would be a distinct advantage.
• NEC 4 contract awareness and experience working under principal contractor / EPC arrangements.

For additional information please contact Carla Yvonne Bowman by email [e-mail].

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.