Project Manager - Heat Pumps

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Job Title: Project Manager - Heat Pumps Location: Hertfordshire/ North London Salary: £75k-£90k
You will be delivering large-scale Ground Source (GSHP) and Air Source (ASHP) infrastructure—think district heating networks for tower blocks, 2MW+ energy centres for hospitals, and complex industrial retrofits.
The Role Reporting to the Construction Director, you will take full ownership of major renewable installations from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
Project Delivery: Lead the delivery of renewable energy projects ranging from £2m-£10m m, managing the programme, budget, and quality. Technical Leadership: oversee the installation of complex mechanical plant rooms, large-scale heat pumps, and associated district heating pipework. Commercial Control: Manage JCT/NEC contracts, handle variations, and ensure commercial protection throughout the lifecycle of the build. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary interface for high-profile clients (NHS, Local Authorities, Tier 1 Developers), managing expectations and reporting. Site Logistics: Manage specialist sub-contractors, including drilling teams (for GSHP), heavy lifting/cranage, and civil engineering partners. The Candidate We are looking for doesn't necessarily need to have installed a heat pump before, but you must have a strong Mechanical/M&E background and experience delivering major infrastructure.
Experience: Proven track record as a Project Manager on mechanical/infrastructure projects valued at £2m+. Technical: Strong understanding of plant rooms, LTHW systems, chillers, or district heating. Experience with GSHP/ASHP is highly advantageous but not essential if you can demonstrate transferrable engineering competence. Contract Knowledge: Solid understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract. Mindset: Solutions-focused. These projects are technically complex and often live environments; we need someone who solves problems, not just reports them The Package
Basic Salary: £75k - £90k (DOE) Vehicle: Company EV or generous car allowance Bonus: Performance-related project bonuses Pension & Private Health Progression: Clear pathway to Project Director
Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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