Overview
Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager – Location Exeter (initially), transitioning to Plymouth – Derriford Hospital FHP1 site. Project Value: £48 million healthcare hospital development. Programme Completion: December 2028.
Role Overview: We are seeking an accomplished Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager to lead the mechanical delivery of a flagship MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) healthcare project in Plymouth, valued at £48 million. This is a pivotal leadership role requiring extensive expertise in mechanical engineering and project management. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving project execution to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency — ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Leadership: Oversee all mechanical contract elements, ensuring alignment with project goals, budgets, and timelines.
* Planning & Coordination: Develop and manage detailed project plans. Coordinate closely with other MEP disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
* Resource Management: Optimise the use of labour, materials, and equipment to meet milestones.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and project specifications through regular inspections and audits.
* Safety Management: Uphold strict health and safety protocols on site, addressing issues promptly.
* Financial Oversight: Monitor and control expenditures, preparing accurate cost and progress reports.
* Risk Management: Proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and prepare contingency plans.
* Client Relations: Act as the primary contact for the client, providing progress updates and ensuring satisfaction.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate records including contracts, permits, change orders, and progress reports.
* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and high performance.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience: 10+ years in mechanical engineering and project management with a proven track record in large-scale MEP projects (healthcare experience highly desirable).
* Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, codes, and regulations; proficiency with project management tools.
* Leadership: Demonstrated ability to inspire and manage diverse teams in high-pressure environments.
* Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective engagement with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
* Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills to resolve complex challenges.
* Attention to Detail: Commitment to delivering work to the highest technical and compliance standards.
Core Mechanical Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering Services (minimum requirement).
* City & Guilds 6188 – Heating and Ventilating (Industrial and Commercial Systems).
* CSCS Card – Managerial/Professionally Qualified Person level.
Certifications (preferred/advantageous)
* SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – required for site management.
* PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2.
* NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training – desirable for public sector/healthcare projects.
Work Environment
* Initially based at our Exeter Office until December, transitioning to the Derriford Hospital site in Plymouth for the duration of the programme.
* Fast-paced, collaborative project environment with the support of a strong delivery team.
* Opportunity to play a leading role in delivering a state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will benefit the community for years to come.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant healthcare projects in the region. You’ll join a forward-thinking team, gain exposure to a complex, high-profile project, and play a key role in shaping its successful delivery.
We welcome your application and look forward to discussing how you can make an impact.
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