NMS Recruit are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for a leading mechanical services contractor specialising in the new build sector, delivering high-quality mechanical installations across housing developments, care homes, and commercial buildings throughout the South East.
This is a key role within the project delivery team. As a Mechanical Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the mechanical package on new build projects from pre-construction through to completion. You will manage all site activities, coordinate with consultants, and supply chain partners, and ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to a high standard of workmanship.
Projects include:
• New build residential housing or apartment developments
• Purpose-built care homes
• Commercial new build schemes (offices, mixed-use buildings, light industrial)
Responsibilities
• Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical works on multiple new build sites (typically £500k-£3m)
• Managing teams for the installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical systems
• Ensure projects meet all regulatory, safety, quality, and design specifications
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and site teams to maintain strong working relationships.
• Lead subcontractor coordination and internal delivery teams
• Control budgets, and resource planning
• Produce project management documentation, progress reports and feedback to the team.
• Conduct and chair regular site meetings and technical reviews.
• Management of the mandatory Price Worx system with the engineers and approve invoices weekly
• Problem solving
• Weekly Report and update to the Contracts manager
Experience
• A minimum of 5 years' experience managing mechanical services on new build construction projects
• Technical knowledge of systems including heating, hot & cold water, ventilation, and renewable technologies (e.g. heat pumps, underfloor heating)
• Strong grasp of mechanical design principles, technical drawings, and installation methods
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Familiarity with building regulations, CDM, and industry standards (CIBSE, BESA, etc.)
• Commercial awareness and experience working under JCT and D&B contracts.
• Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
• Minimum of NVQ level 2 in plumbing and heating. NVQ 3 preferable
• SMSTS / SSSTS /IOSH
• CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level)
• Experience delivering projects for national housebuilders or care home operators.
Benefits
Up to £65,000 DOE
Company Van/fuel card
Computer/phone and tech.
Pension
Private and personal Health Care Scheme
Supportive team culture with real opportunities for career progression
Exposure to varied and high-profile new build projects
Ongoing training and development opportunities
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