Mechanical Project Manager - MK

Mechanical Project Manager

Location:

Milton Keynes
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per annum + package
Sector:
Mechanical Building Services / M&E / Commercial Construction
Employment:
Permanent

The Role

We are working with an established building services contractor delivering mechanical and M&E solutions across the commercial construction sector.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to take ownership of mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical building services background and experience delivering commercial fit-out, refurbishment and design & build projects. You will be responsible for the overall delivery of projects, coordinating mechanical subcontractors, site teams, suppliers, consultants and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Take full ownership of mechanical projects from pre-construction through to practical completion and handover
Manage the full mechanical project lifecycle including planning, design coordination, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover
Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, engineers, supervisors and site teams
Manage project programmes and ensure key milestones are achieved
Coordinate with design teams to ensure designs are fully developed, buildable and compliant
Manage procurement of mechanical equipment, materials and subcontract packages
Monitor project costs, budgets, variations, valuations and financial performance
Identify and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle
Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors and other project stakeholders
Chair and attend progress, design, technical and subcontractor meetings
Manage RFIs, technical queries, design changes and project documentation
Ensure mechanical works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and relevant standards
Coordinate mechanical works with electrical, architectural, structural and other building services packages
Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover
Monitor subcontractor performance, programme and quality
Ensure RAMS, permits and site documentation are in place and adhered to
Maintain high standards of health & safety and ensure compliance with CDM requirements
Provide regular project progress and commercial reports to senior management
Support project forecasting and cost/value reporting
Resolve technical, commercial and programme issues proactively
Ensure projects are delivered to the required quality, programme and profitability targets

Typical Project Experience

Experience across some or all of the following would be highly relevant:

Commercial office fit-out
CAT A / CAT B refurbishment
Design & build projects
Commercial refurbishment
Landlord and tenant works
Mechanical services upgrades
HVAC installations
Chilled water systems
Heating and ventilation
LTHW systems
Domestic water services
Above-ground drainage
BMS integration
Plantroom installations
Testing and commissioning Requirements

Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within building services/M&E
Strong mechanical building services background
Demonstrable experience delivering commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects
Experience working on design & build schemes
Strong understanding of mechanical installation and project delivery
Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and site teams
Strong programme and procurement management skills
Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, variations and cost control
Strong client and stakeholder management skills
Good understanding of UK construction practices, H&S and CDM
SMSTS
CSCS
Mechanical qualification such as HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent experience would be advantageous
Based within a commutable distance of Milton Keynes or willing to travel to the office/project locations

Package

£65,000 – £70,000 basic salary
Package / benefits
Long-term project pipeline
Opportunity to progress within a growing contractor
Milton Keynes-based role with projects across the wider region