A leading building services contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee a major healthcare project in Bournemouth. This role is ideal for a capable, organised, and delivery‑focused professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and understands the unique demands of healthcare construction. While the position is initially freelance, there is a genuine opportunity to move into a permanent role for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the mechanical delivery of a healthcare project from pre‑construction through to handover.
* Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure programme, quality, and cost targets are met.
* Oversee mechanical installation works including HVAC, medical gases, public health systems, and associated plant.
* Ensure full compliance with NEC contract requirements, including documentation, early warnings, and change management.
* Coordinate closely with clinical stakeholders, design teams, and other disciplines to maintain operational continuity and safety.
* Produce and maintain project documentation: RAMS, progress reports, commissioning plans, O&M information.
* Drive risk management, quality assurance, and health & safety standards across the project.
* Support commercial teams with valuations, variations, and forecasting.
* Attend site meetings, client briefings, and progress reviews.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Proven track record as a Mechanical Project Manager within building services.
* Healthcare project experience (NHS or private healthcare) with strong understanding of clinical environments and compliance requirements.
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
* Ability to manage complex mechanical packages and multiple subcontractors.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management skills.
* Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services systems.
* Competent with project planning, reporting, and commercial awareness.
Desirable
* Chartered or working toward chartership (CIBSE, IMechE).
* Experience with commissioning management.
* Knowledge of HTMs and HBNs.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive freelance day rate.
* Immediate start available.
* Opportunity to transition into a permanent role if desired.
* Work on a high‑profile healthcare project with a respected contractor.
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