Junior Mechanical Contracts Manager in Swindon

The client is a well-established building services contractor delivering mechanical, electrical and public health engineering solutions across a wide range of commercial projects. The business provides a full design, installation and management service, covering project management, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance.

With a strong reputation for quality, technical delivery and long-standing client relationships, the company offers a supportive environment for someone looking to develop their career within mechanical building services. Operating from their office just outside of Swindon, the business has a collaborative culture where junior members of the team are given genuine exposure, training and responsibility.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a mechanical background who is looking to take the next step into contracts management.

The role involves:

• Assisting with the management of mechanical building services projects from initial handover through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
• Supporting with the procurement of plant, materials and subcontractor packages, helping to secure best value while keeping projects within budget.
• Helping assess labour requirements, coordinate site resource and monitor progress to ensure works are delivered on programme.
• Attending site regularly to monitor quality, progress, health and safety, and resolve day-to-day issues alongside site teams, engineers and subcontractors.
• Assisting with monthly applications for payment, variation costing, purchasing records, project spend forecasts and work-in-progress reports.
• Supporting the preparation and monitoring of RAMS, ensuring site teams are working safely and in line with current legislation and company standards.
• Working closely with clients, consultants, architects, surveyors, internal design teams and site teams to ensure clear communication throughout the project.
• Assisting with tender submissions, project handovers, certification, commissioning records and the preparation of O&M manuals.

What you'll need:

• A mechanical building services background.
• Experience within HVAC, pipework, heating, ventilation, public health or mechanical installation.
• Some project management experience, or a strong trade/supervisory background with the desire to move into management.
• Good numeracy, literacy and organisational skills.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• A current CSCS card or NVQ Level 3 would be highly beneficial.
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• A proactive, methodical approach to problem-solving.
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress into a Contracts Manager role.

The package includes:

• Salary: Around £45,000 - £48,000 depending on experience.
• Car allowance: Negotiable.
• Holiday: 25 days per annum.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Long-term progression into a Mechanical Contracts Manager role.
• The opportunity to work closely with experienced contracts managers and senior leadership.
• Exposure to a wide variety of commercial mechanical building services projects.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to move forward in their career but may not yet be the finished article. If you are looking for a role where you can develop commercially, technically and professionally within a supportive building services contractor, this could be an excellent next step.

If you are looking to progress into mechanical contracts management and want to join a business that will support your development, click apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.