Mechanical Supervisor

  • RTL Group Ltd
  • City, Manchester
  • Nov 19, 2025
Full time Construction Project Manager Health & Safety Management Skilled Trades & Labour Mechanical / Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Mechanical Supervisor Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to and working closely with the Mechanical Project Manager and site leadership team.

  • Supervising and coordinating daily mechanical activities including HVAC, plumbing, public health, and plant installation works.

  • Ensuring all mechanical installations are delivered in line with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant industry standards.

  • Monitoring productivity and performance of mechanical subcontractors to maintain programme and quality requirements.

  • Supporting the Mechanical Project Manager with short-term lookahead programmes, labour forecasting, and material tracking.

  • Attending daily site coordination meetings and feeding into construction planning discussions.

  • Conducting quality checks, snagging, and ensuring reworks are completed in a timely manner.

  • Ensuring all works are carried out in full compliance with health and safety protocols and site rules.

  • Supporting commissioning and handover activities, including testing and client demonstrations.

  • Maintaining accurate records of site activities, inspections, and progress updates.

  • Liaising with other trades to coordinate mechanical integration within the wider construction programme.

Mechanical Supervisor Requirements:

  • Strong experience supervising mechanical installations on large-scale commercial or mixed-use developments.

  • Sound technical understanding of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and mechanical plant systems.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and subcontractors effectively.

  • Proven track record of working in fast-paced, programme-driven construction environments.

  • Comfortable reading and interpreting construction drawings and technical documents.

  • Familiar with modern construction practices, site logistics, and sequencing of MEP works.

  • NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.

  • Valid SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential).

  • CSCS Card (supervisory level or higher).

  • First Aid at Work (preferred).

  • Experience on Tier 1 contractor or high-end commercial/residential sites is highly advantageous.

Key Competencies:

  • Site supervision and coordination

  • Team leadership and performance management

  • Quality assurance and snag control

  • HSE compliance and awareness

  • Construction sequencing and coordination

  • Communication and problem-solving

  • Strong reporting and documentation skills