Project Manager (Mechanical) - Pharmaceutical

Navartis Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Navartis Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical building services on pharmaceutical projects from pre-construction to handover. You will provide leadership across all stages, ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

The role requires minimum 5 years as a Project Manager in mechanical building services, with proven experience on

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Mechanical/Building Services engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in a Project Manager role delivering mechanical building services.
• Experience managing mechanical installations on large-scale projects.
• Strong HVAC/building services knowledge and cost management skills.
• Experience with budgets, programmes and resources.
• Knowledge of contracts and project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software; full driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of mechanical projects from inception to handover.
• Manage programmes, resources, budgets and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety, schedule and budget compliance.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Lead project teams including site managers, engineers and supervisors.
• Monitor progress and report on programme, cost, risk and performance.
• Build strong client and supply chain relationships.
• Review scope, variations and contract requirements.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Budget mgmt

HVAC

Building services

Communication

MS Office

Project software

Education

Mechanical Eng/HND

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Role Purpose

The Mechanical Project Manager will take full responsibility for the planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical building services within complex Pharmaceutical project works from pre-construction through to project completion and handover.

The successful candidate will provide leadership across all project stages, ensuring commercial, safety, quality and programme objectives are achieved while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of mechanical projects from inception through to completion and handover.
• Manage project programmes, resources, budgets and subcontractor activities.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate design development, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Manage project teams including site managers, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress and report on programme, cost, risk and performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Review and manage project scope, variations and contractual requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support commercial teams with budget forecasting, cost control and change management.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and develop effective recovery plans where required.
• Ensure all project documentation, reports and records are maintained accurately.
• Oversee commissioning activities and successful project handover to the client.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, safety and continuous improvement across the project team.

Key Requirements

• Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Project Manager role delivering mechanical building services projects.
• Proven experience managing mechanical installations on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, pipework, plumbing and building services systems.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes and resources.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and project delivery methodologies.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills.
• Excellent leadership and people management capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel to project locations as required.

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Data centre projects.
• Pharmaceutical and life sciences facilities.
• Industrial and manufacturing projects.
• Mission-critical environments.
• Cleanroom and regulated environments.
• Power and energy infrastructure projects.
• LEED, BREEAM or sustainable construction projects.
• NEC and JCT contract administration.
• Mechanical commissioning and project close-out activities.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering and construction projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to technically challenging and innovative projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing international organisation delivering projects across Europe and beyond.