Mechanical Supervisor

Client and Project Info:

Our client is a M&E Contractor currently seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to join their delivery team on a prestigious residential development project. With a strong reputation for executing complex builds across the commercial, retail, hospitality, and residential sectors, our client consistently delivers high-quality MEP installations on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the on-site delivery of mechanical services, supervising subcontractors, coordinating installation works, and ensuring all mechanical activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor with a background in high-spec commercial or mixed-use projects.

Mechanical Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Reporting to and working closely with the Mechanical Project Manager and site leadership team.

• Supervising and coordinating daily mechanical activities including HVAC, plumbing, public health, and plant installation works.

• Ensuring all mechanical installations are delivered in line with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant industry standards.

• Monitoring productivity and performance of mechanical subcontractors to maintain programme and quality requirements.

• Supporting the Mechanical Project Manager with short-term lookahead programmes, labour forecasting, and material tracking.

• Attending daily site coordination meetings and feeding into construction planning discussions.

• Conducting quality checks, snagging, and ensuring reworks are completed in a timely manner.

• Ensuring all works are carried out in full compliance with health and safety protocols and site rules.

• Supporting commissioning and handover activities, including testing and client demonstrations.

• Maintaining accurate records of site activities, inspections, and progress updates.

• Liaising with other trades to coordinate mechanical integration within the wider construction programme.

Mechanical Supervisor Requirements:

• Strong experience supervising mechanical installations on large-scale commercial or mixed-use developments.

• Sound technical understanding of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and mechanical plant systems.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and subcontractors effectively.

• Proven track record of working in fast-paced, programme-driven construction environments.

• Comfortable reading and interpreting construction drawings and technical documents.

• Familiar with modern construction practices, site logistics, and sequencing of MEP works.

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.

• Valid SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential).

• CSCS Card (supervisory level or higher).

• First Aid at Work (preferred).

• Experience on Tier 1 contractor or high-end commercial/residential sites is highly advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Site supervision and coordination

• Team leadership and performance management

• Quality assurance and snag control

• HSE compliance and awareness

• Construction sequencing and coordination

• Communication and problem-solving

• Strong reporting and documentation skills