Project Manager - Small Works HVAC in Cardiff

My client is looking for a Small Works Project Manager within a busy contracts team, reporting directly to the Contracts Director. This role will lead the delivery of a high volume portfolio of mechanical building services projects valued up to £250,000, with a department turnover of approximately £2m per annum. The successful candidate will manage projects from tender stage through to delivery and handover, whilst leading a small team responsible for the efficient delivery of multiple projects running concurrently. This position requires an individual comfortable working in a fast paced, agile environment, capable of managing numerous smaller contracts simultaneously while maintaining strong technical, commercial and organisational control. Although projects may occur across the UK, the majority are located along the M4 / M5 corridor.

Duties

• Tendering and delivery of mechanical building services projects up to £250k value
• Managing a high volume of projects simultaneously, ensuring programme, quality, cost and safety requirements are achieved.
• Producing and submitting competitive quotations and tenders for HVAC installations.
• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying technical and commercial risks prior to contract commencement.
• Design and development of HVAC systems, either independently or in collaboration with the in-house design team.
• Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers to select appropriate equipment and materials in accordance with client specifications.
• Managing all contractual and commercial aspects of projects, including cost control and financial performance.
• Leading project delivery from pre-start meeting through to commissioning and client handover.
• Planning and defining the scope of works, programme and project activities.
• Managing and coordinating a small team of engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered efficiently.
• Maintaining regular communication with site operatives and attending site where necessary to support project delivery.
• Managing project documentation in accordance with the company ISO9001 quality management system.
• Acting as a client facing representative, maintaining strong professional relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and environmental standards across all projects.
• Driving continuous improvement in the delivery of small works projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience managing mechanical building services or HVAC projects, ideally within small works or fast track environments
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Experience in tendering and commercial management of projects.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC design and system selection.
• Capable of hands‑on problem solving, identifying practical engineering solutions
• Strong communication skills across written, verbal and client facing interactions.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage project budgets.
• Process driven with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and environmental compliance within construction.
• IT competency including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project and mobile project management tools.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Experience in design or project management of one or more of the following disciplines:

• Ventilation systems
• Air conditioning / VRF systems
• Refrigeration systems
• Heating systems
• Plumbing and mechanical services