Mechanical Project Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a well-established and highly regarded mechanical and building services contractor delivering high-profile commercial fit-out projects across London.

Our client specialises in the delivery of high-quality mechanical installations across the commercial sector, with a strong reputation for professionalism, technical expertise and successful project delivery. They work with a range of prestigious clients and main contractors, delivering projects from initial mobilisation through to completion and handover.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Project Manager looking to take responsibility for CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out projects, working on some of London's most prominent commercial developments.

The Role
As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of mechanical projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on programme, to specification and within budget.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Taking overall responsibility for project delivery, programme, quality and commercial performance.
• Managing site teams, Mechanical Supervisors, subcontractors and other project resources.
• Working closely with Main Contractors, Consultants, Clients and other project stakeholders.
• Reviewing mechanical drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Coordinating mechanical installations with electrical, structural and other trades and project disciplines.
• Monitoring project programmes and ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Managing procurement of materials, plant, equipment and subcontractors.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with relevant mechanical regulations, legislation and health & safety requirements.
• Attending progress meetings and providing regular project updates.
• Managing variations, valuations, applications for payment and other commercial aspects of the project.
• Overseeing testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover.
• Maintaining high standards of quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identifying and resolving technical, commercial and programme issues.
• Ensuring mechanical services are properly coordinated, installed, tested and commissioned in accordance with project requirements.
• Liaising with design teams and consultants to resolve technical queries and ensure design intent is achieved.
• Monitoring labour, productivity and resources to ensure projects remain commercially viable.

Projects
The successful candidate will be working predominantly on high-profile CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out projects throughout London.
Projects can include large-scale office developments, premium commercial spaces and high-specification corporate environments, providing an opportunity to work on technically challenging and prestigious schemes.
Mechanical services may include areas such as HVAC, air conditioning, ventilation, heating, chilled water, domestic water services, drainage and associated building services systems.

About You
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong background in commercial mechanical installations and fit-out.
You will ideally have:

• Proven experience managing mechanical projects within the commercial fit-out sector.
• Experience delivering CAT A and/or CAT B fit-out projects.
• A strong understanding of mechanical building services installations and construction processes.
• Experience managing site teams, Mechanical Supervisors and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of project programmes, procurement and commercial management.
• Experience coordinating mechanical services with electrical and other building services disciplines.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects to tight deadlines.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety and mechanical compliance requirements.
• Experience with testing, commissioning, snagging and project handover.
• A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach.
• Relevant mechanical qualifications and/or a recognised construction/project management qualification.
• The ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve technical and programme issues effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Project Manager to join a respected contractor and take responsibility for the delivery of prestigious commercial fit-out projects across London, with genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.