Mechanical Contracts Manager

Summary: The Mechanical Project Manager role involves overseeing mechanical installations for a significant student accommodation project in Hornchurch, Greater London. The position requires strong leadership in managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and coordinating various aspects of the project. This freelance, site-based role is with a reputable building services contractor and offers an immediate start. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality results on a high-profile development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the mechanical package on a large-scale new-build student accommodation site
• Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring quality and programme delivery
• Monitoring progress, reporting on milestones, and addressing on-site issues promptly
• Overseeing installations including HVAC, hot/cold water systems, and plant room coordination
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards and project specifications
• Liaising with the main contractor, consultants, and in-house teams to ensure seamless execution
• Managing procurement, RAMS, technical submittals, and commissioning schedules

Key Skills:

• Proven experience managing mechanical packages on residential or student accommodation builds
• Strong understanding of building services installation and sequencing
• Excellent communication and site coordination skills
• SMSTS / SSSTS and valid CSCS card
• Strong documentation and reporting capability
• Ability to manage subcontractors and drive performance on site
• Available to start immediately and commit to the duration of the project

Salary (Rate): 350

City: Hornchurch

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other