Senior Mechanical Site Manager – 6–12 Month Contract

Search Consultancy Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Freelance Mechanical Site Manager for a major commercial project in Leeds, with a 6-12 month term. You will own mechanical installations, ensuring safety, schedule, and high technical standards from pre-construction to handover.

Applicants should have UK-site leadership experience, SMSTS and First Aid, solid HVAC knowledge, and a strong track record in coordinating mechanical sub-contractors and maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Site Manager experience in UK construction.
• Qualifications: HNC/HND or NVQ Level 6 or strong mechanical trade background.
• Valid SMSTS certificate and First Aid.
• Knowledge of HVAC and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day mechanical site activities in line with drawings, specs and regs.
• Maintain site safety compliance; review RAMS and lead toolbox talks.
• Supervise sub-contractors; monitor productivity against master program.
• Conduct quality inspections and manage commissioning and handover docs.
• Liaise with Project Manager, client reps and design teams to resolve technical queries.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Contract management

Site management

HVAC knowledge

Project coordination

Education

HNC/HND or NVQ Level 6

Mechanical trade background

Job description

Search Consultancy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Freelance Mechanical Site Manager for a major commercial project in Leeds, with a 6-12 month term. You will own mechanical installations, ensuring safety, schedule, and high technical standards from pre-construction to handover.

Applicants should have UK-site leadership experience, SMSTS and First Aid, solid HVAC knowledge, and a strong track record in coordinating mechanical sub-contractors and maintaining quality.