Mechanical Supervisor

  • RTL Group Ltd
  • City, Birmingham
  • 09/02/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join a residential development project for a reputable M&E contractor. The successful candidate will have a strong background supervising mechanical building services works on new-build and refurbishment residential schemes, ideally within multi-unit housing or apartment developments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate all mechanical installation works on site

  • Manage subcontractors and direct labour across mechanical packages

  • Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification

  • Monitor quality, progress, and compliance with drawings and standards

  • Conduct toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety briefings

  • Liaise with project management, engineers, client representatives, and other trades

  • Coordinate works within occupied or phased handover residential environments where applicable

  • Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations and site procedures

  • Assist with inspections, snagging, testing, commissioning, and handover documentation

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Supervisor on residential new-build or refurbishment projects

  • Experience working on multi-unit developments, apartments, or housing schemes

  • Strong knowledge of residential mechanical systems (HIUs, boosted cold water, domestic hot & cold water services, soil & waste, MVHR, ventilation, LTHW systems)

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills

  • Strong focus on health & safety and quality control

  • Relevant mechanical qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent)

  • SSSTS or SMSTS (required)

  • CSCS card (Supervisor or Gold Card preferred)

To Apply

Please submit your CV for the Mechanical Supervisor role.