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Mechanical Project Manager Building Services Leicester Projects up to £2 million Regional Travel Only (1.5 hrs from Leicester) A respected Leicester-based Building Services Contractor is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join the team and take responsibility for delivering a diverse portfolio of M&E projects within the region. The business operates exclusively within a 1.5-hour radius of Leicester, giving managers the rare benefit of consistent local work and a healthy work life balance. About the Contractor Known for high-quality engineering delivery and long-term partnerships with end users, consultants, and main contractors, the company manages a wide variety of mechanical projects including: Museums Schools Office Spaces Warehouses Plantrooms SEND Schools Residential Apartments Projects regularly involve modernisation, refurbishments, major mechanical upgrades and design-and-build installations across public, commercial, and specialist environments. The Role The Mechanical Project Manager will oversee schemes from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring technical, financial and programme compliance. Responsibilities include: Managing mechanical installation works across HVAC, LTHW/CHW, public health, and plantroom systems Working closely with design partners, suppliers, and site teams Producing programmes, RAMS, progress reports and variations Managing budgets and ensuring profitability Ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards Maintaining client relationships and promoting repeat business What You ll Bring Proven experience delivering Building Services (mechanical) projects up to at least £1m Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services systems Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a regional remit Confident communication and commercial awareness SMSTS / H&S training beneficial What s on Offer £50-55K, Company Car, Private Healthcare, Consistent pipeline of local work Supportive, well-structured management team Opportunities for progression within a growing regional contractor If you d like to discuss this Mechanical Project Manager opportunity in more detail, get in touch to arrange a confidential conversation. GD1447

Project Director - Construction (Major Commercial Development) Central London (Head Office & Site-Based) 110,000 - 130,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Bonus, Family Bupa + More) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Director to join a leading construction business, working on a landmark mixed-use commercial development in Central London. This role will initially be based in a Central London head office during the pre-construction and tender phase, before transitioning to site once the project moves into delivery. You will act as the No.2 on site, playing a pivotal role in driving the project from tender through to successful completion. The Role As Project Director, you will take ownership of key elements of this major scheme, ensuring successful planning, coordination, and delivery throughout the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include: Leading logistics planning and site management in line with programme and operational requirements Overseeing the development and delivery of the master programme and key project milestones Establishing and driving performance measures to meet project objectives Monitoring progress against design and programme, ensuring quality and compliance Implementing a robust communication strategy, including regular reporting on progress, risks, and opportunities Working closely with the Commercial Manager to manage risk and opportunity strategies and ensure project is delivered within targeted contractual obligations Providing visible leadership across site teams and ensuring a high-performing project environment About You A proven leader with a strong track record on major commercial schemes: Experience operating at Project Director / Construction Director / Project Lead level Demonstrable success delivering large-scale mixed-use or commercial developments ( 200m+) from tender through to completion Extensive experience within the construction industry, ideally with Tier 1 or leading contractors Strong knowledge of project delivery, planning, and commercial oversight A confident and visible leader, capable of managing large, high-performing teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills ideal experience on commercial projects / mixed use developments (leisure centres, schools, offices, warehouses, data centres or similar) What's on Offer Competitive salary of 110k - 130k basic salary Attractive benefits package including bonus, car allowance, and family private healthcare (Bupa) Opportunity to work on a flagship Central London development A key leadership role with real influence over project success Opportunity to work on a project from inception

A large Local Authority needs an interim Fire Safety expert to support either 5 days or 3 days a week. Your new role To act as a lead competent person in the mitigation of fire risk in building design for). To manage the risk from fire effectively, to protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals from the risk of fire. To advise on fire-related statutory compliance in accordance to ensure business continuity, efficiency and safety across the building estate. Be responsible for all fire design-related matters including: development and implementation of policy and procedures, emergency contingency planning and routine and project-related fire engineering design strategies. Carry out statutory fire risk assessments to ensure continuing compliance with the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order 2005. To provide expert professional advice and provide reports to senior management on legislative compliance, operational performance and best practice guidance relating to fire-related matters. Coordinate and support the review of fire risk safety compliance in third party-managed buildings. Escalating issues where required. Liaising closely with partner organisations such as Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service. Specifying, commissioning and managing fire precautionary works as identified by fire risk assessments. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1. Carry out structural and systems-based fire risk assessments in a range of different building types, including schools, libraries and industrial properties. Technical fire risk assessment to include adequacy of AFD, structural compartmentation and adequacy of active and passive fire protection measures. Maintain accurate records and update systems/ databases. 2. Lead on the technical assessment of fire safety compliance in third party owned/ managed properties where the council procures placement services. Work closely in liaison with contract monitoring officers, the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service and Local Housing Authorities. Assess fire safety compliance in a range of residential settings such as care homes and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO's). 3. To lead on technical fire safety matters in Project Design Teams within Operational Property Services. This includes providing technical guidance on Approved Document B and BB100 (school projects) in building design to meet statutory building regulations, the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order and Policy requirements such as the Sprinkler policy. 4. To provide fire engineering guidance/ requirements for internal and external design practices on design issues such as compartmentation requirements and sizes, as well as ensuring the safe specification of building materials and incorporating safety into installation. 5. To coordinate and respond to DfE and Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's proposed changes to legislation and technical guidance documents following the Grenfell Tower fire. Update colleagues and stakeholders on changes to Regulations and the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order. 6. To represent the Council at and Resilience or Practitioner Group meetings organised by Leicestershire Fire & Rescue in relation to fire safety issues in Leicestershire and Rutland. 7. Provide high quality reports to senior managers and the departmental management team (DMT) on issues relating to fire safety and changes to legislation that will impact upon the future design and management of council buildings. 8. Program, procure and project manage the installation of fire precautionary works to include producing tender specifications and maintain control of the maintenance budget for ongoing management of risk in Council-managed buildings as required by the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order. 9. Test, review, update and coordinate fire evacuation procedures at County Hall, including liaison with all key stakeholders such as LCC departments, NHS staff and LFRS. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)