Job Title: HVAC Project Manager
Location: Derby to London
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Type: Full-time, predominantly on-site (with occasional office days in Derby)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to lead and deliver commercial mechanical projects across a broad geographic range (Derby through to London). The ideal candidate will have strong technical and managerial experience in air conditioning and ventilation systems, coupled with a proven track record of successfully managing commercial installations and maintenance works from inception to completion.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage HVAC and ventilation projects from contract award through to final hand-over.
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Plan, coordinate, and supervise site activities, ensuring quality, safety, and programme targets are met.
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Act as the primary on-site client contact, building strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
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Ensure compliance with technical specifications, installation standards, and health & safety policies.
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Monitor project performance, budgets, and resources, reporting progress to stakeholders.
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Work with design, estimating, and procurement teams to support smooth project delivery.
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Resolve technical challenges and proactively mitigate risks on site.
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Drive continuous improvement in site practices and client delivery.
Candidate Requirements
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Demonstrable commercial HVAC project management experience, ideally in air conditioning and ventilation systems (VRF/VRV, multi-split, MVHR, etc.).
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Strong experience managing commercial project types (offices, retail, healthcare, education, industrial).
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Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
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Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Derby–London corridor.
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Relevant technical qualifications (HNC/HND/BEng or equivalent) or industry accreditations.
What’s On Offer
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Competitive salary: £50,000 - £60,000.
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Hands-on, site-based role with diverse commercial project exposure.
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Occasional office presence required at Derby base.
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Opportunity to work within a respected, UK-wide mechanical and HVAC delivery environment