Project Manager

First Military Recruitment; Melksham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager in Melksham to oversee installation projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of mechanical project management experience and be comfortable working independently or within a team. Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, the candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain site documentation. This full-time position offers a salary of £45,000 - £55,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical project management (minimum 3 years) within commercial, industrial, or technical environments.
• Understanding of risk assessments, method statements, COSHH, and CDM2015.

Responsibilities

• Ensure mechanical projects are completed to Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost standards.
• Manage the construction, installation, and handover of mechanical systems.
• Chair project meetings and attend site meetings.
• Prepare and maintain site documentation.
• Monitor and manage mechanical project risks.

Skills

Mechanical project management

Knowledge of mechanical systems installation

Health & safety qualification

PC literacy - MS Word, Excel, MS Project

Education

Trade qualification or equivalent mechanical background

Job description

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AR554 - Project Manager

Location: Melksham

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to oversee installation projects. The ideal candidate must work under pressure, meet deadlines, and proactively deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high mechanical standards. A self-starter comfortable working independently or within a project team, capable of managing multiple mechanical projects simultaneously. Ex‑military personnel are encouraged to apply, but all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure mechanical projects are completed to Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost standards, consistently exceeding client expectations.
• Manage the construction, installation, and handover of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Take projects from purchase order through to completion: verify specifications, organise staff and materials, and coordinate specialist mechanical contractors (e.g., pump, valve, and generator installation).
• Chair project meetings and attend site meetings with Operations Director and client representatives.
• Plan mechanical project programmes (MS Project), including resource allocation and scheduling.
• Prepare and maintain site documentation (H&S files, mechanical drawings, commissioning records).
• Administer contracts, manage variations, and communicate implications to cost and programme.
• Monitor and manage mechanical project risks.
• Track mechanical installation progress against programme.
• Ensure completion of snagging and compilation of operation, maintenance, and mechanical manuals.
• Archive mechanical project records and documentation appropriately.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in mechanical project management (minimum 3 years) within commercial, industrial, or technical environments.
• Trade qualification or equivalent mechanical background preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Understanding of risk assessments, method statements, COSHH, and CDM2015.
• Health & safety qualification (min SSSTS, preferred SMSTS); IOSH or NEBOSH desirable.
• PC literate - MS Word, Excel, and MS Project.

Location: Melksham

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Surveying and Mapping Services

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