Mechanical Site Manager

  • FBR Construction Recruitment
  • Maudlin, Sussex
  • Jun 16, 2025
Contract Construction Site Manager Management Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to oversee mechanical installations on a commercial/industrial project. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day mechanical site operations, including labour and subcontractors

  • Coordinate mechanical services (HVAC, pipework, plantroom installations, etc.)

  • Ensure health & safety compliance on-site (RAMS, permits, toolboxes, etc.)

  • Work closely with the project team to monitor progress against programme

  • Liaise with other trades and disciplines to ensure smooth project delivery

  • Attend site meetings, contribute to reporting, and resolve technical issues

  • Manage materials and deliveries to site

  • Conduct quality checks and ensure compliance with specifications and drawings

  • Support commissioning and handover process

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Site Manager on commercial or industrial projects

  • Strong understanding of mechanical building services systems

  • SMSTS or SSSTS

  • CSCS Card (Management level preferred)

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills

  • Ability to read technical drawings and coordinate effectively with other trades

  • Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

  • First Aid at Work

  • Experience in clean rooms, data centres, warehouses, or large-scale plantrooms

  • Relevant mechanical qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, etc.)