Mechanical Project Manager In London

Mechanical Project Manager
London & Surrounding Areas £90,000 £95,000 + Competitive Package
Sector: Commercial, Healthcare, Life Science

We are representing a well-established MEP contractor renowned for delivering exceptional commercial, life science, and healthcare projects throughout London. With a strong pipeline of work and consistent project values ranging between £15M £30M, they are now seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their dynamic team.

The Role
As Mechanical Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex mechanical installations. Reporting to the Divisional Manager, you ll be responsible for managing site activity, maintaining project progress, ensuring top-tier standards of installation and compliance, and delivering works within programme and budget. Your leadership will ensure smooth communication between the client, site team, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in pre-construction estimating by extracting equipment schedules from drawings

• Lead on-site health & safety including inductions, RAMS, toolbox talks and compliance

• Oversee procurement and timely delivery of materials, equipment, and hire goods

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and on-site trades

• Track and report programme progress to the main contractor/client

• Ensure high standards of installation quality through inspections and check sheets

• Attend and contribute to site progress meetings

• Manage testing and commissioning, liaising with specialist contractors

• Prepare and deliver O&M manuals, as-installed drawings, and building logbooks

• Provide regular updates and reports to the Divisional Manager

• Maintain proactive communication with the client, main contractor and wider project team

• Resolve conflicts and escalate major issues as necessary

• Manage all site personnel, maintaining morale and productivity

• Share lessons learned and flag recurring or avoidable issues

• Liaise with the design team and answer technical queries

• Oversee specialist installations and develop working knowledge of mechanical systems

Requirements:

• Background in Mechanical Engineering or mechanical trade

• Proven track record in delivering complex projects (Healthcare, Life Sciences, Commercial Fit-Out, Education)

• Extensive knowledge of procurement processes and contract management

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Client-facing with a collaborative and professional attitude

What we Offer:

• Salary: £90,000 £95,000 (dependent on experience)

• Attractive package including travel, pension, healthcare, and performance-related bonus

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, technically challenging projects

• Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership

Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.