Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager - Pharmaceutical

Surrey

£375-£425 per day (Outside IR35)

9-Month Contract

Pharmaceutical Project

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of an established M&E contractor looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for a pharmaceutical project in Surrey.

This is a 9-month contract paying £400 per day Outside IR35 and represents an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Project Manager with experience delivering technically demanding building services projects.

You will take responsibility for the mechanical package, managing the works from project delivery through installation, commissioning and final handover.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will manage the day-to-day delivery of the mechanical services, working closely with the client, consultants, specialist subcontractors and wider MEP team.

The role will have a strong focus on technical coordination, quality, programme and commissioning due to the nature of the pharmaceutical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Take responsibility for the delivery of the mechanical package

Manage Mechanical Site Managers, Supervisors and specialist subcontractors

Oversee HVAC, pipework, plant and associated mechanical services

Manage project programmes, short-term planning and key milestones

Review drawings, specifications and technical information

Manage technical submittals, RFIs and design coordination

Coordinate mechanical services with electrical and other specialist packages

Manage procurement of plant, equipment and materials

Attend client, consultant and subcontractor meetings

Monitor installation quality and ensure works meet project specifications

Manage QA documentation and project records

Work closely with the commercial team on variations and project costs

Oversee testing and commissioning activities

Manage snagging, close-out documentation and handover

Ensure all works are delivered safely and in accordance with project

requirements

Requirements

Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within M&E / Building Services

Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services

Pharmaceutical, life sciences, laboratory or similarly technical project experience would be highly advantageous

Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and site teams

Strong knowledge of HVAC, pipework and plant installations

Experience with technical submittals, RFIs and design coordination

Good understanding of QA, commissioning and project handover

Strong client-facing and communication skills

Relevant Mechanical / Building Services qualification

SMSTS or equivalent preferred

What's on Offer

£375 to £425 per day

Outside IR35

9-month contract

Pharmaceutical project in Surrey

Established M&E contractor

Technically challenging project

Potential for further work following successful completion

Apply

If you're an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong Building Services background and ideally previous pharmaceutical, life sciences or laboratory experience, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for further details