Mechanical Project Manager
Salary: circa £60,000 + car or allowance (£3,500) + standard benefits
Location: within ~35 miles of Cambridge
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a mechanically-biased Project Manager role, ideally suited to an individual keen to step up into full project management. The successful candidate will manage small to medium mechanical projects valued between £50k and £500k, including heating plant replacement, ventilation upgrades, pipework replacement and refurbishments.
Working with both principal contractors and end-users, you will be responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle: from installation, procurement and programming through to commissioning, quality assurance and hand-over. Direct management of employed labour, subcontractors, clients and key stakeholders is essential. Health & Safety compliance and financial oversight are fundamental to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver mechanical installations (heating plant, ventilation, pipework upgrades/replacements) with contract values in the £50k-£500k range.
Engage confidently with both principal contractors and end-user clients to manage expectations, progress and outcomes.
Directly manage employed labour teams and subcontractors on site.
Oversee site operations including procurement of materials, subcontractor coordination, health & safety compliance, site quality audits, programming/scheduling, financial management, and commissioning.
Maintain full ownership of project delivery: quality, cost, schedule, client satisfaction and safety standards.
Person Specification
Significant experience in mechanical installations – specifically heating plant replacement, ventilation projects, pipework upgrades – in the £50k-£500k bracket.
Proven ability to manage directly employed labour plus subcontractors on live sites.
Strong client-facing skills with the confidence to engage and influence key stakeholders.
Excellent organisational skills covering procurement, programme control, financial tracking, H&S, site quality assurance and commissioning.
Able to work independently and take ownership of delivery, while collaborating with wider teams.
Ideally located within approximately 35 miles of Cambridge and able to start immediately.
Why this Role?
This is an ideal stepping-stone for a mechanical professional who is ready to assume a Project Manager role and take greater ownership of project delivery. You will join a reputable engineering-services business that values high standards, professionalism and sustainable solutions. With a competitive salary, car or allowance, and benefits, you’ll be positioned in a role with responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to grow