Job Description
Your new company
Join a highly regarded and progressive M&E contractor with a strong reputation for delivering prestigious projects across the UK. Working on luxury hotels, high-end residential schemes, and complex commercial developments, this business combines long-standing industry experience with modern delivery methods and innovative engineering solutions.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Mechanical Contracts Manager to strengthen their Belfast team.
Your new role
As Mechanical Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering mechanical packages from pre-construction through to final handover. You will be trusted to manage projects autonomously while working closely with senior leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing, managing, and delivering mechanical contracts
- Planning and programming labour, subcontractors, and project activities
- Leading site teams and direct labour across multiple projects
- Liaising with clients, consultants, and design teams
- Ensuring programmes, budgets, quality standards, and health and safety requirements are met
- Reporting progress and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
(One overnight stay in London per week may be required, depending on project requirements)
What you'll need to succeed
- A strong mechanical background as a time-served Plumber or Pipefitter, or HNC or above in Building Services
- A minimum of three years' experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager or in a senior Mechanical Design role
- Proven experience delivering HVAC installations on large projects
- Good commercial awareness with accountability for cost and programme delivery
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and retain teams
- Clear communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders
What you'll get in return
This role would suit someone who values trust and accountability, takes pride in quality delivery and professionalism, and is seeking a long-term position with a stable and well regarded contractor.
- A highly competitive salary and benefits package
- An uncapped company performance bonus
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Exposure to high quality, technically challenging projects
- A supportive and professional working environment where your contribution is recognised
- Clear opportunities for progression into more senior commercial or operational roles
What you need to do now
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