Mechanical Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
- Location: Edinburgh
- Contract: Full Time
About JGM
Welcome to John G Mackintosh (JGM).
Founded in 1907 as a small family-run business, John G Mackintosh has grown steadily over the years, guided by values that remain central to our success today: Integrity, Diligence, Professionalism, and Collaboration. These principles define our culture and shape the way we work with colleagues, clients, and partners.
Our vision is to be Scotland’s preferred choice for building service solutions, and every member of the JGM team contributes to achieving that goal.
JGM delivers high-quality building services solutions across multiple sectors, supporting clients through safe, reliable, and high-performing engineering delivery.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.
JGM is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Role Overview
The Senior Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering mechanical engineering and construction projects from concept through to completion. The role involves overseeing project planning, resource management, commercial performance, technical delivery, and client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This role typically operates across multiple projects or large, complex projects and provides leadership to project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Health, Safety & Environment
Safety is a core value at JGM and must always be a primary consideration in all work activities.
All employees have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 to:
- Take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions,
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of colleagues and visitors,
- Protect, as far as reasonably practicable, others from risks arising from work activities.
All duties must be carried out in accordance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Delivery
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of mechanical projects,
- Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and resource plans,
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual and technical requirements,
- Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required,
- Manage project risks and opportunities
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical oversight for mechanical design, installation, and commissioning,
- Review and approve technical documentation, drawings, and specifications,
- Support value engineering and technical problem solving,
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations
Commercial & Contractual Management
- Manage project financial performance including cost control and forecasting,
- Review and manage subcontractor packages and variations,
- Support tender reviews and project handover from pre-construction teams,
- Ensure compliance with contract terms and client requirements
Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE)
- Lead safe delivery of projects and promote strong safety culture,
- Ensure compliance with company and statutory HSQE requirements,
- Support incident investigations and implementation of lessons learned,
- Ensure quality assurance and inspection processes are followed
Stakeholder & Team Management
- Lead and mentor project managers, engineers, and site teams,
- Act as primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders,
- Manage subcontractors and supply chain partners,
- Support workforce planning and performance management
- Leadership and people management,
- Strategic planning and organisation,
- Negotiation and influencing,
- Results-driven with strong attention to detail
Skills & Experience
- Significant experience managing mechanical engineering or MEP projects,
- Strong leadership and team management skills,
- Strong commercial and contractual awareness,
- Excellent client-facing and communication skills,
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Experience managing large-scale or multi-site projects,
- Experience within sectors such as construction, utilities, energy, or industrial,
- Experience working with tier 1 contractors or principal contractors
Qualifications
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline,
- SMSTS or equivalent (construction environment)
- Professional membership (e.g., IMechE or similar),
General
This job description outlines the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties within the company as necessary, consistent with the level of responsibility and competence of the role.
JGM reserves the right to amend or update this job description in line with business needs and company priorities.
- Salary: Competitive (Depending on Experience)
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