Project Manager

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Company pension

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead M&E, mechanical engineering and industrial installation projects from planning through to handover. The role requires strong programme management, subcontractor coordination and budget oversight, with a focus on safety, quality and timely delivery on office and site-based projects in Maidstone and surrounding areas.

You will manage client relationships, develop programmes, review designs, and drive procurement, ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Manager in M&E, mechanical engineering, building services or industrial installations.
• Proven track record delivering projects from initial planning through to completion.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installations and related engineering systems.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Good commercial awareness including budgeting, forecasting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from contract award through to handover.
• Develop and maintain project programmes with milestones.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee mechanical installations and engineering works.
• Review drawings, specifications and documentation.
• Monitor budgets, costs, variations and commercial performance.
• Manage procurement schedules and material availability.
• Lead progress meetings with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Ensure works meet health, safety and quality standards.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Maintain client relationships and provide project updates.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and handover with proper documentation.

Skills

Project management

M&E experience

Budget management

Communication

Subcontractor coordination

Site management

MS Office

Project management software

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Project Manager - M&E

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Office and Site-Based

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join an established engineering contractor delivering a range of mechanical and electrical infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware Project Manager with experience in M&E, mechanical engineering or industrial installations to take responsibility for projects from initial planning through to completion.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project programmes, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers, overseeing budgets and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Projects will involve a range of mechanical installations and associated infrastructure, with exposure to specialist engineering systems and power generation environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from contract award through to successful completion and handover.

• Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are achieved.

• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.

• Oversee mechanical installations and associated engineering works.

• Review technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.

• Monitor project budgets, costs, variations and commercial performance.

• Manage procurement schedules, ensuring materials and resources are available when required.

• Attend and lead progress meetings with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with relevant health, safety and quality standards.

• Identify potential project risks and implement appropriate solutions.

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and provide regular project updates.

• Oversee testing, commissioning and final project handover, ensuring all relevant documentation is completed.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Previous experience working as a Project Manager within M&E, mechanical engineering, building services, industrial installations or a similar environment.

• Proven experience managing projects from initial stages through to completion.

• Strong understanding of mechanical installations and associated engineering systems.

• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.

• Good commercial awareness, including budget management, forecasting and cost control.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Confident managing client relationships and coordinating project stakeholders.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant project management software.

Desirable:

• HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.

• Experience working on projects within power generation, critical infrastructure or industrial environments.

• Knowledge of fuel storage systems, mechanical pipework, pumps or associated plant.

• Experience managing projects valued between £500,000 and £10 million.

• SMSTS and CSCS qualifications.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and organised Project Manager who is confident taking ownership of projects and managing teams to achieve successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical understanding, excellent commercial awareness and the ability to build positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors and colleagues.

You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Company pension.

• Free parking.

• Opportunity to work on a variety of specialist engineering projects.