Senior Mechanical Project Manager

Elite Hire Solutions; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager for a large commercial refurbishment project in Birmingham. This position offers the flexibility of permanent or freelance work over a 13-month duration with an immediate start available. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial refurbishment and experience managing teams and subcontractors. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary or day rate

Freelance (CIS/Umbrella/Ltd options subject to status)

Long-term 13-month project

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager, ideally at the Senior level.
• Strong background in commercial refurbishment and building services.
• Ability to manage multiple packages and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all mechanical packages on a major commercial refurb project.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
• Ensure project delivery is on programme, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Resolve technical issues and support the project through to handover.

Skills

Project delivery

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant mechanical qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager - Commercial Refurb Project

Location: Birmingham
Duration: 13 Months
Employment: Permanent or Freelance/Contract
Start: ASAP

We are recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager to oversee a large commercial refurbishment project based in Birmingham. This is a 13-month programme with the option to join on a permanent basis or work freelance/contract.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage all mechanical packages on a major commercial refurb project
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams
• Lead coordination and progress meetings
• Ensure project delivery is on programme, within budget, and to quality standards
• Maintain strong health & safety compliance across all works
• Resolve technical issues and support the project through to handover

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager (Senior level preferred)
• Strong background in commercial refurbishment and building services
• Ability to manage multiple packages and teams
• Good communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Relevant mechanical qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

Package

• Competitive salary or day rate
• Permanent or Freelance (CIS/Umbrella/Ltd options subject to status)
• Long-term 13-month project with immediate start available