Mechanical Package Manager

Mechanical Package Manager

Plymouth, Devon

Contract - Long Term Devonport Docks

BPSS Clearance Required

Competitive Day Rate - Inside IR35

CarmichaelUK is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to join a major long-term redevelopment project at a high-security Royal Navy site in Plymouth. This role is critical in overseeing the safe and efficient delivery of a complex M&E package as part of a wider infrastructure upgrade.

Please note: Due to the secure nature of the site, BPSS clearance is mandatory. Only candidates with an EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passport who have lived in the UK for the past 5 years can be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the safe planning, procurement, and delivery of mechanical works on site.
• Coordinate with internal and client teams to review and optimise designs.
• Drive delivery to meet quality, safety, cost, and programme requirements.
• Manage change control, risk, and opportunity within your workstream.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and statutory obligations.
• Provide leadership and support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain quality records including ITPs, RAMS, and lifetime documentation.
• Oversee interdisciplinary coordination across all stakeholders.
• Manage short-term planning using tools such as Aphex; ProjectWise experience desirable.
• NEC4 contract familiarity is beneficial.

Candidate Requirements:

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering or NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management (or above).
• SMSTS & CSCS (White or Black Card).
• Proven experience managing M&E works on large-scale construction projects, ideally in defence, nuclear, or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of construction buildability, CDM regulations, and commissioning processes.
• Background in mechanical trades or installation highly advantageous.