Permanent

Mechanical Project Manager

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Fawkes & Reece London

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Manager to join a leading Tier One construction and infrastructure contractor, supporting the delivery of a major project in Cambridge.

Our client has an excellent reputation for delivering some of the UK''s most complex and technically demanding construction projects across a wide range of sectors. This is an opportunity to join an established project team and take responsibility for the successful delivery of significant mechanical works from pre-construction through to completion.



About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead the delivery of mechanical services across a major Cambridge project.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for programme, technical delivery, subcontractor management, commercial performance, quality and health & safety, working closely with the wider project team to ensure the mechanical elements are delivered to a high standard.



Responsibilities for the Mechanical Project Manager

  • Take overall responsibility for the delivery of mechanical services throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Manage mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.

  • Lead mechanical design development and coordination.

  • Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions.

  • Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, structural, architectural and other disciplines.

  • Develop and manage project programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved.

  • Monitor progress, quality and performance against agreed targets.

  • Work closely with the commercial team on procurement, variations, cost control and package performance.

  • Identify and manage technical, commercial and programme risks.

  • Attend client, consultant and subcontractor meetings.

  • Manage technical queries, RFIs and design coordination.

  • Ensure mechanical works comply with project specifications, legislation and relevant standards.

  • Oversee testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical systems.

  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance.

  • Provide leadership and technical guidance to the wider project team.



Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager or Mechanical Package Manager.

  • Strong experience delivering mechanical building services on major construction projects.

  • Experience working for a Tier One main contractor or specialist MEP contractor.

  • Strong understanding of mechanical building services, installation and commissioning.

  • Experience managing subcontractors and specialist suppliers.

  • Strong programme, commercial and technical awareness.

  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project interfaces.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • Relevant mechanical engineering or building services qualification.

  • Appropriate CSCS and SMSTS qualifications.



What Our Client Offers

  • Opportunity to join a leading Tier One contractor with an excellent reputation across the UK construction and infrastructure market.

  • Major project based in Cambridge.

  • Exposure to technically complex and high-value mechanical works.

  • Experienced project and senior leadership team.

  • Strong forward workload and long-term project pipeline.

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Michael Beaubrun in our London office on (phone number removed).