Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Oxfordshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience £50-60k

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

A respected mechanical contractor specialising in the new build sector, delivering high-quality mechanical installations across housing developments, care homes, and commercial buildings throughout the UK. With a strong reputation for professionalism, reliability, and delivering on time, we work with some of the country’s leading developers and main contractors. Based in Oxfordshire, their business is growing and are looking to expand their management team with the addition of an experienced Mechanical Project Manager.

Role Overview

This is a key role within our project delivery team. As a Mechanical Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading the mechanical package on new build projects from pre-construction through to completion. You’ll manage all site activities, coordinate with consultants, and supply chain partners, and ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to a high standard of workmanship.

You’ll be working on projects including:

New build residential housing developments

Purpose-built care homes

Commercial new build schemes (offices, mixed-use buildings, light industrial)

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical works on multiple new build sites (typically £500k-£3m)

Take ownership of planning, installation, testing and commissioning of systems

Ensure projects meet all regulatory, safety, quality, and design specifications!

Liaise with clients, consultants, and site teams to maintain strong working relationships.

Lead subcontractor coordination and internal delivery teams

Control budgets, procurement schedules, and resource planning

Produce project documentation including RAMS, progress reports, and O&M manuals.

Conduct and chair regular site meetings and technical reviews.

Requirements

A minimum of 3+ years’ experience managing mechanical services on new build construction projects

Technical knowledge of systems including heating, hot & cold water, ventilation, and renewable technologies (e.g. heat pumps, underfloor heating)

Strong grasp of mechanical design principles, technical drawings, and installation methods

Excellent leadership and organisational skills

Familiarity with building regulations, CDM, and industry standards (CIBSE, BESA, etc.)

Commercial awareness and experience working under JCT and D&B contracts.

Full UK driving licence.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of NVQ level 2 in plumbing and heating. NVQ 3 preferable

SMSTS / SSSTS

CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level)

Experience delivering projects for national housebuilders or care home operators.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, company vehicle

Laptop, phone and tech

Contributory pension scheme

Private and personal Health Care Scheme

Supportive team culture

Exposure to varied and high-profile new build projects

Ongoing training and development opportunities