Senior Project Manager - Mechanical

Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Mechanical
Location: London

Salary: Negotiable (PAYE only, no LTD)
Contract Type: PAYE
Project Duration: 6 months (from January 2026)
Project Value: £7.5 million

Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager - Mechanical to lead the mechanical installation and commissioning on a high-profile £7.5 million CAT B fit-out project in London. The project involves 11 floors, including basement and roof plant rooms. This is an opportunity to oversee a complex mechanical scope within a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will have full ownership of the mechanical delivery, ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical installation and commissioning across all project phases.
• Act as the mechanical Project Lead, accountable for delivery, quality, and compliance with all regulatory and client requirements.
• Coordinate with other trades, subcontractors, and the project management team to ensure smooth integration of mechanical works.
• Monitor progress against programme, reporting to the PM/PD (Simon Brown) and providing regular updates to the client.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring mechanical works are delivered within allocated costs.
• Oversee risk management, health & safety compliance, and quality control for all mechanical works.
• Review and approve mechanical design and technical documentation in collaboration with design and engineering teams.
• Ensure successful handover of all mechanical systems, including testing, commissioning, and certification.

Project Details

• Project Type: CAT B fit-out
• Floors: 11
• Additional Areas: Basement and roof plant rooms

Requirements

• Proven experience managing mechanical installations on high-value fit-out projects.
• Strong understanding of CAT B fit-outs and multi-floor commercial environments.
• Experience with mechanical commissioning, MEP coordination, and delivery to client specifications.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage subcontractors, teams, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and regulatory compliance within mechanical works.

Non-Negotiables

• Must be available to start ASAP.
• PAYE only (no LTD).
• Significant experience leading mechanical fit-out and commissioning projects.
• Ability to manage a project of £7.5m value.