Project Manager (HVAC & Ductwork)

Right Contract Services; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Contract Services seeks an experienced Project Manager to deliver HVAC, ductwork and mechanical ventilation projects across commercial, industrial, healthcare and education sectors from pre-construction through to completion.

You will manage multiple projects, oversee planning, budgets and compliance, coordinate site teams and suppliers, and report progress to clients and senior management while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in HVAC/ductwork/mechanical services.
• Strong knowledge of ventilation and air movement systems.
• Experience delivering commercial or industrial M&E projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC and ductwork projects from award through completion.
• Oversee planning, programming and resource allocation.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and commercial performance.
• Ensure safety and compliance with legislation.
• Attend meetings with clients, design teams and sites.
• Review drawings, specs and submissions.
• Manage procurement and material schedules.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Provide progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Maintain quality throughout delivery.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Programme management

Communication

Health & Safety knowledge

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

SMSTS qualification

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

BIM

Project management software

Job description

Project Manager (HVAC & Ductwork)

Location: Bristol

Salary: 65,000 + Package

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a growing and well-established specialist contractor delivering HVAC, ductwork and mechanical ventilation projects across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and mixed-use developments.

This role will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in ductwork, HVAC and ventilation systems and be confident managing multiple stakeholders, site teams and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC and ductwork projects from award through to completion.
• Oversee project planning, programming and resource allocation.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and commercial performance.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with statutory requirements.
• Attend client, design and site progress meetings.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions.
• Manage procurement and material schedules.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Produce regular progress reports for senior management and clients.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the HVAC, ductwork or mechanical services industry.
• Strong understanding of ventilation, ductwork and air movement systems.
• Experience delivering commercial or industrial M&E projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong programme and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• SMSTS qualification.
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• Experience working with main contractors and Tier 1 contractors.
• Knowledge of BIM and digital project management systems.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to 65,000.
• Annual leave entitlement.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Stable pipeline of secured work.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.