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Our client, a market leader in Mechanical, Electrical and Construction projects in the Northwest, is urgently seeking a Mechanical Project Manager.

The roles are permanent and offer a competitive salary of £50,000 plus £5,000 car allowance.

The responsibilities of the Mechanical Project Manager are as follows:

Project Planning and Scheduling:

* Develop comprehensive project plans for each project, including scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation.

* Create and maintain project schedules, ensuring all tasks and milestones are identified and tracked and targets are achieved.

* Carry out and complete on-site surveys to ensure clients expectations both in terms of specification, timescales and costs are achievable prior to project commencement.

* Support the operations team in carrying out ‘pre-condition’ surveys of client sites as and when required or requested.

Budget Management:

* Estimate project costs at pre-contract stage using the project forecast system.

* Commercial targets to be shared and agreed with Head of Mech Dept prior to project start.

* Continued monitoring of project costs during the project lifecycle (including labour, plant,

* materials, and sub-contractors) and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints through to handover.

* With the support of the Head of Mech Dept, completion of Mech Valuations monthly including consolidation and reporting of approved and unapproved variations.

Team Coordination:

* Lead and manage a team of mechanical engineers, subcontractors, and apprentices.

* Delegate tasks and provide clear direction to team members.

* Ensure team members have the correct skills and experience to complete tasks.

* Ensure the team are delivering their tasks in a safe way by always following their H&S Management Policies and Procedures.

* Attending weekly Operations and Labour meetings to ensure Mechanical resources are effectively utilised with productivity being maximised.

Contract Management:

* Negotiate contracts and orders with subcontractors and suppliers.

* Review and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices and variations to orders if changes occur.

Quality Assurance:

* Implement quality control measures to ensure work is completed to industry standards and client specifications.

* Conduct regular onsite inspections and audits to verify compliance.

* Ensuring O&M Manuals are completed on time, at handover and in line with client specifications, designs, and warranties.

* Adhere to the client’s ‘file’ procedures in relation to contract management. Guidelines and process will be defined by the Operations Support Team.

Risk Management:

* Identify potential project risks and develop contingency plans.

* Proactively address project and onsite issues to minimise project disruptions.

Client Communication:

* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, attending pre-contract meetings and providing regular face to face and email updates regarding project progress.

* Address client concerns quickly and thoroughly and maintain strong customer relationships.

Regulatory Compliance:

* Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with relevant Mechanical codes, standards, and regulations. Auditing work completed and test and inspection certificates are essential.

Safety and Environmental Compliance:

* Promote and enforce a culture of safety on the job site, adhering to OSHA and other safety regulations.

* Implement and oversee environmental best practices.

Person Specification – essential

* Project Management experience within a construction environment

* Mechanical background

* Experience of ground and air heat pumps ideal

Please note only candidates with the relevant experience meeting the person specification will be contacted