Job Description
Mechanical Project Manager / Mechanical Contracts Manager | Building Services | £60,000 £68,000 + Car or £5,700 Car Allowance + Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a long-established and highly respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering commercial mechanical projects across education, healthcare, commercial refurbishment, fit-out, and specialist sectors.
Projects typically range from £50k to £2m and include full mechanical building services installations such as HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, public health services, and associated M&E services.
The business has built long-standing client relationships and an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality Mechanical Building Services installations across complex commercial environments.
Why Join the Business
The company offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where Project Managers are trusted to take ownership of their projects and play an important role in project delivery.
With a strong pipeline of secured work, long-standing client relationships, and a reputation for delivering high-quality Building Services installations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-respected contractor with genuine long-term prospects.
The Role Mechanical Project Manager
As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for Mechanical Building Services projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.
Responsibilities will include:
* Managing Mechanical Building Services projects from pre-construction through to completion
* Full project ownership of mechanical packages
* Managing HVAC systems, pipework, plant rooms, and associated mechanical services
* Programme management, reporting, and project coordination
* Financial and commercial control of mechanical packages
* Managing site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
* Leading client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships
* Risk management, quality assurance, and compliance
* Ensuring projects are delivered on programme and within budget
Requirements
To be considered for this Mechanical Project Manager position, you should have:
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within M&E Building Services
* Experience delivering mechanical building services projects typically ranging from £50k to £2m
* Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience
* Experience managing HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, and mechanical installations
* Ability to manage full mechanical contracts from pre-construction through delivery
* Excellent client-facing communication skills
* Stable career history within Mechanical Building Services
Remuneration Package Mechanical Project Manager
* £60,000 £68,000
* Company car or £5,700 car allowance
* Expenses
* Pension
* Company bonus scheme
* 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)
* Genuine career progression opportunities
Next StepsPlease apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.
This role would suit candidates currently working as:
Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, Mechanical Site Manager, Mechanical Building Services Project Manager, M&E Project Manager.
About David Leslie Ltd
David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.
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