Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager - Prominent MEP Contractor - Newtownabbey
Your new company
A well-established and highly regarded M&E contractor with over 25 years' success is seeking a Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager to join its growing Projects Division.
The business delivers high-quality mechanical and electrical services across healthcare, education, commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence across both new build and refurbishment projects throughout the UK and Ireland.
Your new role
As Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager, you will support the coordination and technical delivery of mechanical services through the pre-construction phase (RIBA Stages 3-5). Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams, you will help ensure designs are coordinated, compliant, buildable, and commercially viable ahead of delivery on site.
- Support and contribute to mechanical design coordination (RIBA Stages 3-5)
- Review mechanical designs to ensure alignment with specifications and employer's requirements
- Assist in identifying value engineering opportunities to improve cost and buildability
- Prepare and manage technical submittals and track design information
- Work closely with design consultants and internal teams to support coordinated design delivery
- Contribute to programme tracking through design deliverables and release schedules
- Support procurement of mechanical plant and specialist subcontractors
- Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant building regulations and industry standards
- Attend client and design team meetings as part of the wider project team
What you'll need to succeed Essential:- Minimum 2+ years' experience within building services (mechanical), gained in either a consultancy or contractor environment
- Good technical understanding of mechanical systems (HVAC, heating, ventilation, etc.)
- Exposure to design coordination, technical submissions, or pre-construction activities
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple priorities
Desirable:- Experience working on contractor-led or D&B projects
- Familiarity with BIM / Revit and coordinated design environments
- Understanding of sustainability standards such as BREEAM
- Relevant qualification in Building Services Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree)
What you'll get in return An exciting opportunity to join a leading M&E contractor on a permanent basis, working on high-value projects without the need for extensive travel. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Ongoing training and development
- Collaboration with industry experts
- Health cash plan (dental, optical, etc.)
- Team building and social events
- Monthly employee recognition awards
- Wellbeing initiatives and long service rewards
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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