Mechanical Project Manager
Salary: £55K-65K- Company Car on top
Location: Postcombe, Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About Us:
My Client is a respected mechanical contractor specialising in the new build sector, delivering high-quality mechanical installations across housing developments, care homes, and commercial buildings throughout the UK. With a strong reputation for professionalism, reliability, and delivering on time, we work with some of the country’s leading developers and main contractors. Based in Postcombe, Oxfordshire, our business is growing — and we are looking to expand our management team with the addition of an experienced Mechanical Project Manager.
Role Overview:
This is a key role within our project delivery team. As a Mechanical Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading the mechanical package on new build projects from pre-construction through to completion. You’ll 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.
You’ll be working on projects including:
* New build residential housing developments.
* Purpose-built care homes.
* Commercial new build schemes (offices, mixed-use buildings, light industrial).
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical works on multiple new build sites (typically £500k–£3m).
* Take ownership of planning, installation, testing and commissioning of 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, procurement schedules, and resource planning.
* Produce project documentation including RAMS, progress reports, and O&M manuals.
* Conduct and chair regular site meetings and technical reviews.
Requirements:
* A minimum of 3–5 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.
Required Qualifications:
* Minimum of NVQ level 2 in plumbing and heating. NVQ preferable.
* SMSTS / SSSTS.
* CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level).
* Experience delivering projects for national housebuilders or care home operators.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary, company vehicle or car allowance.
* Computer/phone and tech.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* 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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