Manager PMO in Liverpool

The Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant and commercially controlled delivery of designated mechanical projects or work packages within the Energy Department. The role provides day-to-day leadership of site delivery, programme, suppliers, supervisors and field teams, ensuring that project outputs are delivered in line with client requirements, contractual obligations, MJ Quinn standards and relevant health, safety, quality and environmental expectations.

The postholder will act as a key operational link between the client, project team, commercial function, suppliers and senior management, providing clear reporting, early risk identification and proactive resolution of project issues.

• Manage day-to-day delivery of designated mechanical projects or assigned work packages, ensuring works are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, right first time and to the required standard.
• Take operational responsibility for site methodology, sequencing, short-term planning, progress monitoring and programme performance.
• Review project information, drawings and client-issued designs, identifying buildability issues, technical queries, access constraints and delivery risks at the earliest opportunity.
• Coordinate site activity with supervisors, engineers, suppliers, subcontractors and other trades to maintain progress and minimise disruption to live environments.
• Ensure project documentation, records, permits, quality checks and handover information are complete, accurate and maintained in line with business requirements.

• Work closely with the commercial team to monitor project cost, value, change, risk and forecast position.
• Identify and escalate risks that may impact budget, margin, programme, supplier costs or overhead recovery.
• Support the timely provision of information required for valuations, variations, compensation events, early warnings, procurement updates and client reporting, where applicable.
• Maintain a clear understanding of project scope, deliverables and client requirements to reduce the risk of uncontrolled change or unrecorded additional work.

• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with applicable legislation, MJ Quinn policies, client site rules, RAMS, permits and project-specific controls.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, quality failures and service deterioration trends competently, ensuring corrective and preventative actions are recorded and closed.
• Carry out regular site inspections, quality checks and audits to verify workmanship, compliance, housekeeping and safe systems of work.

• Lead and coordinate supervisors, field engineers, suppliers and subcontracted resources engaged on the designated projects.
• Monitor supplier performance against MJ Quinn standards, client requirements, safety expectations, quality outputs and agreed delivery milestones.
• Support, motivate and develop team members by setting clear standards, removing blockers and promoting professional behaviours.

• Strong mechanical building services background with the ability to understand, coordinate and manage mechanical systems installation on complex projects.
• Experience delivering mechanical projects within live, regulated or operationally sensitive environments; healthcare project delivery experience from a mechanical perspective is strongly advantageous.
• Strong planning, organisation, programme management and monitoring capabilities.
• Commercial awareness, with experience supporting cost reporting, risk identification, change control and budget performance.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with clients, senior managers, supervisors, engineers, suppliers and subcontractors.
• High standard of written and verbal communication, numeracy and computer literacy.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, compliance, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence held continuously for 12 months or more, with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check where required due to the nature of client sites.

• Recognised building services or mechanical engineering qualification, such as ONC/HNC in Building Services Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Building Services qualification, HNC desirable.
• APM or equivalent project management qualification desirable.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification desirable.

MJ Quinn is a UK-based infrastructure services provider specialising in delivering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across a range of industries, including telecommunications, utilities, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Guided by a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, we offer tailored services encompassing design, installation, maintenance, and project management.

At MJ Quinn, our purpose is to play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing critical infrastructure, connecting and supporting communities and businesses across the UK.

Join MJ Quinn, where we combine innovation, expertise, and a values-driven culture to deliver excellence in every project.