Mechanical Project Manager

Company: David Leslie Ltd
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Mechanical Project Manager (Site‑Focused) | M&E Building Services | South Coast | £66,000‑£78,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join a respected M&E Building Services contractor based in Hampshire delivering projects typically ranging from £200k to £5m across the commercial, office fit‑out, healthcare, education, industrial, and leisure sectors. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality mechanical installations and is known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise, and long‑standing client relationships. With a secure pipeline of repeat business and continued growth, they are now looking to strengthen their project delivery team.

This is a site‑focused Mechanical Project Manager role based in the Southampton area, working closely with a site‑based Contracts Manager and wider delivery team to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing mechanical building services projects from handover through to completion
  • Delivering projects typically ranging from £200k to £5m
  • Working closely with a site‑based Contracts Manager and wider project team
  • Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and on‑site labour
  • Managing programme, progress, and daily site activity
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
  • Ensuring works are delivered in line with technical specifications and quality standards
  • Monitoring project costs, variations, and overall commercial performance
  • Supporting collaboration between site, design, and pre‑construction teams
  • Maintaining a safe, organised, and productive site environment

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will have a strong background in Mechanical Building Services project delivery and will be comfortable operating in a site‑based environment. This role requires experience within mechanical installation contracting; candidates from FM, maintenance, or service‑only backgrounds will not be suitable.

  • Experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within an M&E / Building Services contractor
  • Strong mechanical technical knowledge (HVAC, plant, pipework, ventilation, public health services)
  • Proven experience delivering mechanical projects within commercial or office fit‑out environments
  • Experience managing subcontractors, site teams, and project stakeholders
  • Good commercial awareness, including cost control and variations
  • Strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills

Remuneration Package – Mechanical Project Manager

  • £66,000 – £78,000
  • Car Allowance
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Life Cover (Death in Service)
  • Employee Wellbeing Support
  • Company‑Funded Training and Development
  • Genuine Career Progression OpportunitiesAdditional Benefits

This role would suit candidates currently working as: Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, M&E Project Manager, Mechanical Building Services Project Manager.

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Posted: April 30th, 2026