Senior Mechanical Project Manager

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Senior Mechanical Project Manager (M&E Building Services) South Hampshire £70,000 £80,000 basic salary (dependent on experience) + £5,400 car allowance, plus an excellent benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, or a strong Mechanical Project Manager ready to step up, to join a respected, family-run M&E Building Services contractor delivering projects across the commercial, office fit-out, healthcare, education, industrial, and public-sector sectors.
The business is well established, steadily growing, and widely recognised for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical building services projects typically ranging from £100k to £2.5m in value. They offer a supportive working culture, a strong and consistent project pipeline, and a modern approach to worklife balance, with staff typically finishing at 1.00pm on Fridays, subject to client or project requirements.
The Role As Senior Mechanical Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the operational, technical, and commercial performance of multiple mechanical building services projects, ensuring successful delivery from pre-construction through to handover.
You will lead mechanical project teams, manage client relationships, coordinate design and technical information, and ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Project & Operational Leadership Full responsibility for the mechanical project lifecycle from design and pre-construction through to delivery and handover
Weekly reporting to the Operations Director
Supporting, developing, and motivating site teams and project engineers
Ensuring compliance with company standards, processes, and expectations
Driving project performance to achieve consistent quality and customer satisfaction
Technical Delivery & Design Coordination Reviewing mechanical packages, drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Managing external designers and mechanical consultants
Overseeing technical submittals and approval processes
Managing RFIs, drawing registers, and technical documentation
Ensuring coordinated working drawings and plant schedules are produced to the required standard
Commercial & Cost Management Managing mechanical variations, valuations, and commercial reporting
Monitoring project costs and maintaining positive cashflow
Supporting procurement of mechanical plant, materials, and subcontractors
Working closely with commercial teams to ensure accurate forecasting and cost control
Health & Safety Producing and implementing project-specific mechanical construction phase plans
Ensuring all mechanical works comply with health and safety legislation, audits, and procedures
Monitoring site safety performance and supporting continuous improvement
Client & Stakeholder Management Acting as the key point of contact for mechanical project delivery
Attending progress meetings, design coordination workshops, and project reviews
Ensuring clear communication and high levels of customer satisfaction throughout delivery
About You To be successful in this role, you should have:
Strong experience as a Senior Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, or a capable Mechanical Project Manager ready to step up
A proven track record delivering mechanical building services projects typically ranging from £100k to £2.5m
Excellent technical understanding of mechanical services including heating, ventilation, cooling, domestic services, plant, pipework, and associated systems
Experience delivering both design and build and pre-designed mechanical projects
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Good commercial awareness, particularly around variations, procurement, and cost control
The ability to manage multiple mechanical projects concurrently
A full UK driving licence
This role will suit someone who takes ownership, leads from the front, and is confident managing mechanical projects to a consistently high standard.
Remuneration Package Senior Mechanical Project Manager £70,000 £80,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
£5,400 annual car allowance
Company bonus scheme
Monthly performance bonus (details discussed at interview stage)
4.5-day working week, with staff typically finishing at 1.00pm on Fridays (project dependent where client or site requirements require flexibility)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Additional 2 days holiday after one year (birthday month and anniversary month)
Two-week Christmas shutdown (5 days taken from allowance)
Pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
Life assurance (6 basic salary)
Full training and development support
Employee shareholding (2% share allocation for all staff)
Next Steps If you feel this opportunity aligns with your experience and career ambitions, please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.
About David Leslie Ltd David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.

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Location:
Cosham
Salary:
£80,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction;Construction

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