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Mechanical Project Manager - M&E Building Services Contractor

David Leslie Ltd
Chichester
4 days ago
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Mechanical Project Manager / Mechanical Contracts Manager


Salary: £63,000 to £65,000 plus £5,700 car allowance and benefits


About the Company and Opportunity

A respected and long-established Mechanical and Electrical Building Services contractor based in West Sussex, delivering mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing projects across the commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and residential sectors. Typical project values range from £100k to £5 million.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical building services projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and client handover, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.
  • Manage procurement, resourcing, labour planning, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure safe and efficient mechanical installation works.
  • Oversee mechanical systems including HVAC, ductwork, heating, ventilation, chilled water, hot and cold water services, plant rooms, and associated services.
  • Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical submittals, managing variations and cost control throughout each project.
  • Ensure full compliance with current mechanical, building, and H&S regulations.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal M&E teams throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Produce reports, attend progress meetings, and ensure accurate project documentation.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager or Mechanical Contracts Manager delivering building services projects within commercial or industrial sectors.
  • Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services installations, HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, and associated services.
  • Experience managing projects in the region of £100k to £5 million.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple mechanical projects simultaneously.

Remuneration Package - Mechanical Project Manager

  • £63,000 to £65,000 basic salary reflective of experience.
  • £5,700 car allowance.
  • Pension scheme and benefits package.
  • Clear opportunities for long-term career development within a respected regional M&E contractor.

If you are an experienced Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, or M&E Project Manager looking for a long-term move with genuine progression, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online to arrange a confidential and informal conversation.


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