Senior Mechanical Project Manager

People Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

People Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Manager for a Tier One main contractor to deliver a landmark residential development in Central London. The role covers the mechanical package from pre-construction through commissioning and handover, reporting to a high-performing project team.

The candidate will manage design coordination, procurement, subcontractor oversight, programme delivery, quality assurance and commercial performance, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• ProvenMechanical Lead or Senior PM on large-scale residential/mixed-use developments.
• Experience delivering high-value mechanical packages.
• Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all mechanical elements of the project.
• Manage subcontractors to deliver safely, on time and to high quality.
• Drive programme performance in line with milestones.
• Oversee technical submissions, RFIs and design development with consultants.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and building regulations.
• Support commercial teams with cost control, valuations and changes.
• Manage commissioning activities and handover.

Skills

Mechanical package management

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Manager – Tier One Main Contractor

Central London

Permanent

Up to £110,000 + Car Allowance + Travel

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Manager to join a Tier One Main Contractor delivering a landmark large-scale residential development in Central London.

The Role

The Senior Mechanical Project Manager will take full responsibility for the mechanical package from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Working as part of a high-performing project team, they will oversee design coordination, procurement, subcontractor management, programme delivery, quality assurance, and commercial performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating all mechanical elements of the project
• Managing subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality
• Driving programme performance in line with project milestones
• Overseeing technical submissions, RFIs, and design development in collaboration with consultants
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and building regulations
• Supporting commercial teams with cost control, valuations, and change management
• Managing commissioning activities and ensuring successful project handover

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a proven Mechanical Lead or Senior Mechanical Project Manager with experience delivering large-scale residential or mixed-use developments for a reputable main contractor or leading M&E contractor.

They will demonstrate:

• A strong track record of managing high-value mechanical packages
• Excellent technical knowledge of building services systems
• Experience working on complex builds in Central London
• The ability to lead teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Commercial awareness and programme management expertise