Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager | M&E Building Services | West Sussex | £60,000£68,000 + Car or Car Allowance (£5,700) + Bonus

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a highly respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering mechanical installations across a diverse range of projects.

The company specialises in delivering Mechanical Building Services installations across sectors including education, healthcare, commercial refurbishment, fit-out, and specialist environments.

Projects range from small works through to larger multi-million-pound projects and typically involve full mechanical services installations including HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, and public health systems.

With long-standing client relationships and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Building Services installations, the business continues to secure repeat work and enjoys a healthy pipeline of projects across the South of England. This creates an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a stable and well-respected contractor.

The Role Mechanical Project Manager

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for managing Mechanical Building Services projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

You will oversee the full delivery of mechanical packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

This role would suit an experienced Mechanical Project Manager or Mechanical Contracts Manager who is confident managing full mechanical packages and delivering projects within commercial, programme, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing Mechanical Building Services projects from pre-construction through to completion

• Taking full responsibility for mechanical packages and project delivery

• Managing HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, and associated mechanical services

• Programme management, reporting, and coordination of project activities

• Financial and commercial management of mechanical packages

• Managing site teams, subcontractors, and specialist supply chain partners

• Leading client meetings and maintaining strong working relationships

• Risk management, quality assurance, and compliance

• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, 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 ranging from small works through to multi-million-pound installations

• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project costs

• Experience managing HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, and mechanical installations

• Experience managing projects from pre-construction through to completion

• Strong client-facing communication skills

• A 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 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 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.

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