Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager – Building Services
Leicester | Projects up to £2 million | Regional Travel Only (1.5 hrs from Leicester)

A respected Leicester-based Building Services Contractor is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join the team and take responsibility for delivering a diverse portfolio of M&E projects within the region. The business operates exclusively within a 1.5-hour radius of Leicester, giving managers the rare benefit of consistent local work and a healthy work–life balance.

About the Contractor

Known for high-quality engineering delivery and long-term partnerships with end users, consultants, and main contractors, the company manages a wide variety of mechanical projects including:

• Museums

• Schools
• Office Spaces
• Warehouses
• Plantrooms
• SEND Schools
• Residential Apartments

Projects regularly involve modernisation, refurbishments, major mechanical upgrades and design-and-build installations across public, commercial, and specialist environments.

The Role

The Mechanical Project Manager will oversee schemes from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring technical, financial and programme compliance. Responsibilities include:

• Managing mechanical installation works across HVAC, LTHW/CHW, public health, and plantroom systems
• Working closely with design partners, suppliers, and site teams
• Producing programmes, RAMS, progress reports and variations
• Managing budgets and ensuring profitability
• Ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards
• Maintaining client relationships and promoting repeat business

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience delivering Building Services (mechanical) projects up to at least £1m
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a regional remit
• Confident communication and commercial awareness
• SMSTS / H&S training beneficial

What’s on Offer

• £50-55K, Company Car, Private Healthcare,
• Consistent pipeline of local work
• Supportive, well-structured management team
• Opportunities for progression within a growing regional contractor

If you’d like to discuss this Mechanical Project Manager opportunity in more detail, get in touch to arrange a confidential conversation.

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