Senior Mechanical Project Manager

Rainfordberry Recruitment; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Travel reimbursements

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Manager for varied projects in the UK. This hybrid role involves managing technical projects, ensuring deliverables meet timelines and budget constraints. The right candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of 10 years in mechanical construction. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10 years of field experience in mechanical construction – plumbing and/or HVAC.
• Competent with scheduling software.
• Understanding of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling software.
• Ability to implement and oversee BIM and LEAN principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead and coordinate the activities of site teams.
• Identify and resolve project risks and issues.
• Attend site surveys and produce detailed Site Audit Reports.
• Develop and implement strategies for successful project delivery.
• Ensure that all project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Attend site surveys and produce detailed Site Audit Reports to aid project scope and costing.
• Engage successfully with suppliers & contractors.
• Manage and expand sub‑contractor base.
• Demand high levels of health and safety across all projects.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Technical planning

Leadership skills

BIM

LEAN principles

Revit

AutoCAD

Trimble

Leadership

HVAC

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or equivalent field experience

10 years of field experience in mechanical construction (plumbing/HVAC)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

AutoCAD

Trimble

Job description

A Senior Mechanical Project Manager with exceptional communication and customer service skills is required for a very successful interior fit out group. The opportunity has arisen due to the continued growth of the business and the constant increase in high profile client accounts that have been secured.

The Senior Mechanical Project Manager will have a good level of experience and a strong track record of success. The role will include managing small and large full mechanical projects, planning tasks, sourcing labour and equipment, engaging with clients and ensuring that all stakeholders are informed of progress. The Senior Mechanical Project Manager will be working on projects of varied size, scope and nature for prestigious clients in the retail and banking sector. While based from home, the Senior Mechanical PM will need to be able to travel throughout the UK. Being centrally located may therefore be advantageous. The group itself has offices in North London and Yorkshire, and travel and other expenses will be reimbursed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage technical projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead and coordinate the activities of site teams.
• Communicate project status to the project team.
• Identify and resolve project risks and issues.
• Develop and implement strategies for successful project delivery.
• Ensure that all project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Attend site surveys and produce detailed Site Audit Reports to aid project scope and costing.
• Engage successfully with suppliers & contractors.
• Manage and expand sub‑contractor base.
• Demand high levels of health and safety across all projects.

Requirements:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent ability to present concepts to diverse audiences with great clarity.
• Ability to achieve positive results while working independently.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling software.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, or 10 years of field experience in mechanical construction – plumbing and/or HVAC.
• Ability to implement and oversee technologies such as BIM and LEAN principles.
• Revit, AutoCAD, Trimble, and MS Office a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Plumbing – 2 of these as a minimum would be sufficient.

In return the company offers hybrid working, with time based in the company’s offices, visiting clients’ sites and also working from home. The successful candidate will receive a salary and benefits package commensurate with the position and will be joining an exceptional organisation at an exciting time.

Location: Hybrid role with travel to client sites across the country

Start: ASAP

Status: Permanent, Full Time

Ref: IB251101

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management, Management, and Information Technology

Industries: Construction and Manufacturing