Ventilation Project Manager

Company: WR HVAC
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

Ventilation Project Manager

Suitable for: Mechanical Project Manager, HVAC Project Manager, Ventilation Project Manager, Building Services Project Manager, Cleanroom Project Manager, Life Sciences Project Manager

Overview

A specialist mechanical contractor delivering high-spec ventilation and air movement solutions into healthcare, life sciences and research environments is seeking a Project Manager due to sustained growth.

You will take full responsibility for the delivery of mechanical and ventilation-led projects, typically ranging from 100k to 5m. Projects are technically complex, often involving critical environments such as operating theatres, containment laboratories and cleanrooms.

Scope includes:

  • End-to-end project management from pre-construction through to handover
  • Managing HVAC packages including AHUs, ductwork, filtration systems and associated controls
  • Coordinating design & build elements with internal teams and external consultants
  • Overseeing programme, cost control, subcontractor management and site delivery
  • Ensuring compliance with healthcare and cleanroom standards (HTM, ISO classifications, etc.)
  • Client-facing role working with NHS, private healthcare and research organisations

Projects are UK-wide, with a bias towards the North-West. Travel is required, with flexibility on base location.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within an M&E / HVAC contracting environment
  • Proven track record delivering mechanical or ventilation projects
  • Experience in healthcare, cleanroom, pharmaceutical or laboratory environments is highly desirable
  • Strong understanding of HVAC systems (AHUs, ductwork, filtration, pressure regimes)
  • HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong commercial awareness and programme management capability

Package

  • Salary 55,000-65,000
  • Car/allowance
  • Company pension
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

WR HVAC | M&E are #1 recruitment partner for HVAC jobs. Our customers include a range of large and small M&E companies, manufacturers and suppliers of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. We recruit UK wide for sales, management and technical jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Posted: April 1st, 2026