Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager - Kent Projects

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional company benefits package

Long-term stability

Training opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager to oversee multiple mechanical contracts across commercial and industrial projects in Kent. You will drive delivery, safety, on-time completion and budget adherence, working with clients, Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, proven contract delivery, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining excellent client relationships

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Mechanical Contracts Manager, Mechanical Project Manager or similar in M&E contracting.
• Strong mechanical background delivering commercial/industrial mech installation projects.
• Good technical understanding of HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, pipework and related systems.
• Experience managing multiple contracts/projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to manage contracts from award to handover.
• Strong commercial awareness: budgets, variations, procurement and cost control.
• Experience leading Project Managers, Site Managers, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, specs and contractual docs.
• Solid knowledge of building services regulations and health & safety requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation and organisational skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Desirable mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, HNC/HND or degree).
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and delivery of multiple mechanical contracts from award to completion and handover.
• Manage contract programmes, budgets, resources and deliverables to meet time and budget.
• Coordinate Mechanical Project Managers, Site Managers, supervisors, operatives and subcontractors.
• Oversee mechanical installations (HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, pipework, services).
• Ensure works comply with contractual requirements, approved drawings, specs and regulations.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, delays and commercial challenges, implement solutions.
• Maintain commercial oversight: budgets, variations, procurement, valuations and cost control.
• Collaborate with estimating and commercial teams for accurate forecast and profitability.
• Manage subcontractor appointments and performance.
• Lead contract progress meetings with clients, consultants and teams.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and site-specific requirements.
• Maintain contract docs: progress reports, programmes, financial updates, QA records.
• Oversee procurement of materials, plant and subcontractor services.
• Support resolution of technical issues with electrical and other disciplines.
• Ensure testing, commissioning, snagging and handover requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; seek repeat business.

Skills

Contract management

Budget control

Leadership

Client relationships

Contract administration

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ in mechanical services

HNC / HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager to oversee multiple mechanical contracts across commercial and industrial projects in Kent. You will drive delivery, safety, on-time completion and budget adherence, working with clients, Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, proven contract delivery, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining excellent client relationships