Senior Mechanical Project Manager

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Manager

Company Overview

A well-established building services contractor delivering mechanical and electrical projects across the UK. The business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, technical expertise, and long-standing client relationships. Operating across a diverse range of sectors, the company offers a collaborative and progressive working environment with a focus on professional development and high standards.

Role Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of mechanical building services projects nationwide, with a strong emphasis on heating and ventilation systems. The role involves managing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring that quality, programme, and financial targets are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple mechanical projects across the UK
• Manage heating and ventilation installations from design review through to commissioning
• Coordinate project teams including engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Develop and manage project programmes, identifying and mitigating risks
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company standards
• Monitor project costs, ensuring effective budget control and forecasting
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee procurement of materials and subcontract services
• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior stakeholders
• Support and mentor junior team members

Key Requirements / Skills

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within building services or MEP contracting
• Strong technical knowledge of heating and ventilation systems
• Experience managing projects from inception to completion
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Good understanding of UK health and safety standards
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant qualification in mechanical or building services engineering
• Experience delivering projects on a nationwide basis
• Knowledge of wider mechanical services such as plumbing or air conditioning
• Professional membership such as CIBSE or similar

Benefits & Package

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum
• Car or Car allowance
• Performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for career development within a growing business

Location & Work Pattern

• Hybrid working model
• Office location in the Grantham area
• Travel to project sites nationwide is required

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Midlands

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English