Mechanical Project Manager

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm & Friday: 8am-3pm

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Reporting To: Project Director

Company Overview

An industry leader in the UK & Ireland's Building Services sector, specialising in the design, development, and delivery of offsite-prefabricated, innovative, and sustainable building service solutions across the UK & Europe.

What We Do

We specialise in the design, supply, and installation of prefabricated energy solutions, typically manufactured in Northern Ireland and transported throughout the UK & Europe. Turnkey capabilities include the design, build, and operation of commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating solutions, with successful delivery to a wide range of public organisations.

Team Overview

The Contracts Department oversees the delivery and execution of projects from mobilisation through to handover. Acting as the link between design, commercial, and on-site teams, the department ensures contractual compliance while maintaining standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. With a focus on planning, resource coordination, and problem solving, the team ensures all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to client satisfaction.

Role Overview

The Mechanical Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and completion of mechanical engineering projects that improve production capability, efficiency, and reliability. This role combines deep mechanical engineering expertise with strong leadership and project management skills to ensure successful delivery of capital and improvement projects within scope, schedule, and budget.

Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure project activities align with operational goals and business strategy.

Technical & Engineering Oversight

• Provide mechanical expertise during equipment selection, system design, and layout.
• Review engineering drawings, vendor specifications, and technical documents.
• Oversee mechanical installations to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and design standards.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Work with Procurement and Supply Chain on sourcing equipment, components, and services.
• Prepare technical specifications, RFQs, bid packages, and evaluate proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor expenditure and supplier performance.

Sub Contractor & Third Party Management

• Identify and onboard third party subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage performance relating to safety, quality, schedule, and compliance.
• Resolve interface issues between internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct progress meetings, inspections, and performance reviews.

Cost, Quality & Risk Control

• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and progress.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risk.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality and industry standards.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with operations, maintenance, production, EHS, and quality teams.
• Support process optimisation to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including drawings, test records, change orders, and commissioning reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards (ASME, ISO, API, etc.).

What You Need to Have

• Strong technical background in mechanical systems, MEP equipment, and plant utilities.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Effective leadership and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency in CAD and project management tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Project, ASTA).
• Commercial awareness and budget management capability.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and decision making skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical project management within manufacturing or industrial environments.

What You Would Ideally Have

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Six Sigma.
• Experience with off site MEP prefabricated solutions or heavy plant manufacture.

Employee Benefits

• Full in house training and career development opportunities.
• Health cash plan.
• Free annual health check during working hours.
• 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Regular social events organised via the Health & Wellbeing Committee.
• Secure, free on site parking.
• Complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and fruit.
• Friendly, supportive working environment within state of the art facilities.