Mechanical Project Manager in Heathrow

The Nexum Group is recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manager, on a permanent basis for our long-standing client. They are a leading specialist Mechanical and Electrical service provider working direct to the client or for tier 1 main contractors on a range of high-profile projects within London and surrounding areas. We seek individuals who are enthusiastic, team oriented and are looking for a challenge in a well-known and growing organisation with great career development prospects.

This Mechanical Project Manager role is focused on projects at Heathrow, where experience within the Airport environment would be most beneficial but not essential. It will involve projects located 'air-side' and therefore require the processing of a full air-side pass for you, undertaken by our client. Whether you have, or have not yet worked within the airport sector and in particular, Heathrow, you will understand why it is such a unique place to work, where you get to operate behind the scenes of such a high-profile environment. You’ll also get a real understanding and play your part in the development of the UK’s largest airport.

To many, and especially for those Mechanical Project Manager candidates who reside locally, it becomes a job for life, where so much goes on within just a few square miles, you feel part of the community and removes the need to travel against many other project based Mechanical Project Manager positions.

Overview: As a Mechanical Project Manager you will be leading your assigned project and will be responsible to ensure the project is delivered on time, on budget, to the highest quality standards and exceeding client's expectations. Your role will involve the management of senior project personnel, (Site Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and other departmental leads) in the delivery of the contracts under your control.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Involvement in Estimation preparations, packs and support.
• Design development, value engineering, pre and post contract commencement.
• Ensure the highest levels of commercial management are adhered to and commercial targets are achieved while working in conjunction with Project QS.
• Manage all aspects of procurement, including subcontractors and plant/equipment.
• Oversee the contracting process with chosen sub-contractors/specialists and ensure works are carried out correctly and per contract and relevant specifications.
• Closely monitor the usage of materials and resources on projects.
• Ensure weekly progress reports are issued, including RFI’s, procurement schedules, technical submittals, programme updates, identification of critical issues that is specific to projects which you are involved in.
• Hold regular meetings with both the design team and sub-contractors.
• Oversee and execute the effective control and use of both labour and materials on projects.
• Be responsible for implementing company Health and Safety Procedures and reporting to the Company’s Health and Safety Manager.
• Actively engage in Business Development to obtain future opportunities for the company.
• Maintain and build upon good working relationships with internal & external stakeholders of the business.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ideally 5-10 years’ experience in a management role within the M & E industry.

Your Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to demonstrate leadership, while building strong working relationships.
• Collaborative stakeholder management.
• Good interpersonal & written communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent Analytical and problem-solving skills.

The salary bracket for this Mechanical Project Manager role is £75,000 to £85,000, plus car allowance. Higher salaries will be considered for exceptional candidates with strong airport experience and a proven track record in delivering within this sector.

For further information, please don’t hesitate to contact our team or submit your details today.