Mechanical Project Manager

This is a freelance Mechanical Project Manager role in Islington, working with a specialist contractor on a major life sciences fit-out scheme in Central London. The role involves managing the mechanical package through to completion, overseeing HVAC installations and associated mechanical services, and coordinating mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and site teams. You will work closely with the wider project, design and commercial teams, monitoring programme, quality, costs and progress, and managing technical queries and site-based issues.

Mechanical Project Manager - London
Location: Central London
Day rate: £425 - £500 LTD OR CIS - Direct
Contract: Freelance 24 Months

Hays Construction is working with a specialist contractor to recruit an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for a major life sciences fit-out scheme in Central London.

You will join an established project team and take responsibility for delivering a mechanical package valued at approximately -7 million. The project is a technically demanding, fast-paced refurbishment, requiring close coordination between the mechanical, electrical, construction and commissioning teams.

This is a hands-on delivery role for someone who understands complex mechanical installations and can keep the package moving safely, commercially and in line with programme.

The role

• Manage the mechanical package from the current stage through to completion
• Oversee HVAC installations and associated mechanical services
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
• Work closely with the wider project, design and commercial teams
• Monitor programme, quality, costs and progress
• Manage technical queries and resolve site-based issues quickly
• Coordinate the mechanical works with other trades and building services
• Ensure installations meet the required drawings, specifications and quality standards
• Support testing, commissioning, handover and project close-out
• Maintain strong health and safety standards across the package

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Package Manager or Senior Mechanical Manager
• A strong background in HVAC and mechanical building services
• Experience delivering fast-paced refurbishment or fit-out projects
• Previous responsibility for sizable mechanical packages
• The ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple workstreams
• Strong programme, commercial and technical awareness
• A practical approach to solving problems and maintaining progress
• Life sciences, laboratory, cleanroom, pharmaceutical or technically controlled-environment experience would be highly beneficial

How to Apply

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays

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