Mechanical Project Manager

Requirements

• Take projects from initial enquiry through site survey, estimating, delivery and completion.
• Prepare detailed estimates and quotations, including pipework, materials, equipment and labour.
• Deliver boiler room and plantroom replacements and refurbishments.
• Manage chiller, VRV/VRF and AHU replacement/refurbishment projects.
• Provide technically competent mechanical solutions and select appropriate plant and equipment.
• Procure materials, equipment and specialist subcontractors.
• Manage directly employed fitters and engineers throughout project delivery.
• Take commercial ownership of projects from the original estimate through to completion.
• Monitor costs, margins and variations monthly and provide financial reporting and forecasting to management.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Manage commissioning, snagging, O&Ms and final project handover.
• Develop strong client relationships and successfully deliver repeat projects.
• Identify additional works and commercial opportunities with existing clients.
• Commercial management and forecasting are central to the position, with the original role specifically requiring the PM to maximise project profitability and report financial performance to senior management.
• What We're Looking For
• You'll ideally have at least five years' experience within a similar mechanical/M&E project environment , which aligns with the existing requirement.
• More importantly, you'll be able to demonstrate:
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Hands-on experience with plantrooms, boiler rooms, chillers, AHUs and VRV/VRF systems .
• The ability to survey and independently price mechanical projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical pipework, plant, equipment and labour requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project margins.
• Experience managing directly employed engineers/fitters.
• Experience delivering works in live or occupied client environments.
• The ability to manage projects from enquiry through to O&M handover.