Senior Mechanical Project Manager
Company Overview
A well-established building services contractor delivering mechanical and electrical projects across the UK. The business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, technical expertise, and long-standing client relationships. Operating across a diverse range of sectors, the company offers a collaborative and progressive working environment with a focus on professional development and high standards.
Role Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of mechanical building services projects nationwide, with a strong emphasis on heating and ventilation systems. The role involves managing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring that quality, programme, and financial targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of multiple mechanical projects across the UK
- Manage heating and ventilation installations from design review through to commissioning
- Coordinate project teams including engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Develop and manage project programmes, identifying and mitigating risks
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company standards
- Monitor project costs, ensuring effective budget control and forecasting
- Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
- Oversee procurement of materials and subcontract services
- Provide regular project updates and reports to senior stakeholders
- Support and mentor junior team members
Key Requirements / Skills
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within building services or MEP contracting
- Strong technical knowledge of heating and ventilation systems
- Experience managing projects from inception to completion
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills
- Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience
- Ability to build and maintain client relationships
- Good understanding of UK health and safety standards
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable Requirements
- Relevant qualification in mechanical or building services engineering
- Experience delivering projects on a nationwide basis
- Knowledge of wider mechanical services such as plumbing or air conditioning
- Professional membership such as CIBSE or similar
Benefits & Package
- Salary up to £65,000 per annum
- Car or Car allowance
- Performance related bonus
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Opportunities for career development within a growing business
Location & Work Pattern
- Hybrid working model
- Office location in the Grantham area
- Travel to project sites nationwide is required
Senior Mechanical Project Manager employer: Cento
As a leading safety and risk management business based in North West London, we pride ourselves on our client-focused approach and commitment to high standards. Joining us as the Head of Fire offers you the unique opportunity to shape and lead a new service line within a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, with a comprehensive benefits package and clear pathways for career progression in a rapidly growing organisation.
