Senior Project Manager

Talent Finder; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent building services company in London is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale MEP projects. The successful candidate will lead project teams, ensure high-quality delivery, and manage client relationships. Offering a competitive salary package and opportunities for career development, this role is ideal for professionals with strong technical knowledge and leadership skills.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Career progression

Professional development support

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale MEP projects (over £5m).
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for planning, execution, monitoring, and handover of multiple MEP projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, safely, and to the highest quality.
• Act as key point of contact for clients and project partners.

Skills

Managing large-scale MEP projects

Technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems

Leadership and communication skills

Commercial awareness

Competence with project planning software

Proactive and professional approach

HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Commitment to safety and quality

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Aconex

BIM 360

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager (Mechanical or Electrical) | Holborn, London | Full Time | £70,000-£85,000, depending on experience

Our client is committed to becoming one of the UK’s leading independent building services companies.

As a forward-thinking, independent business, they provide smart, cost-effective solutions designed to support their clients’ goals—today and for the future. They don’t just complete projects; they build lasting partnerships based on trust, performance, and results.

Driven by a passion for excellence and guided by integrity, their expert project teams go above and beyond to deliver service that not only meets expectations—but consistently exceeds them. They are not just a supplier, but a strategic partner.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale MEP projects (over £5m)
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage project finances
• Competence with project planning software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and digital tools (Aconex, BIM 360, etc.)
• A results-driven, proactive, and professional approach
• HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• A commitment to delivering excellence in safety, quality, and client satisfaction

What will your role look like?

• Take overall responsibility for planning, execution, monitoring, and handover of multiple MEP projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, safely, and to the highest quality.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients, consultants, and project partners.
• Lead and mentor Project Engineers, Site Managers, QS’s, and delivery teams.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, reporting, and cost plans while driving profitability.
• Oversee installation works, commissioning, and handovers in line with specifications and standards.
• Champion health & safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all projects.

What can you expect in return?

Our client offers:

• A competitive salary package, with a performance-based bonus scheme.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects across multiple sectors.
• Career progression and professional development support.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• The chance to make a real impact in a business built on innovation, excellence, and trusted client relationships.

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