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 Steps
Please 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