Mechanical Project Manager

Posted 01 September 2025
Salary £75000 - £90000 per annum
LocationDartford
Job type Permanent
Sectors Built Environment
ReferenceBH-39204

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager – Tier 2 MEP Contractor | SE London & Kent | £75K–£90K + Package
📍 Location: Office in Dartford, with projects across SE London, Kent, and within the M25
💼 Employment Type: Permanent
💰 Salary: £75,000 – £90,000 (DOE) + Comprehensive Benefits Package

We are working exclusively with a long-established and highly respected Tier 2 MEP contractor known for delivering technically complex and high-quality building services solutions across London and the Southeast.

With over six decades of experience in the industry, this business has built a reputation for excellence across key sectors including Commercial, Education, Healthcare, and Residential. They’re continuing to grow steadily with a robust pipeline of secured projects into 2026, and as such, are looking to bring in a capable and driven Mechanical Project Manager to join their expanding team.

🔧 The Role You’ll take full ownership of mechanical packages from pre-construction through to delivery and handover. Working closely with clients, consultants, and in-house teams, you'll ensure smooth project delivery, on-time completion, and commercial efficiency.The role is site and office based – split between their Dartford head office and project locations, most of which are in SE London, Kent, or within the M25 corridor.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities
  • Leading mechanical installations on projects valued between £1M–£6M
  • Managing project timelines, budgets, subcontractors, and labour
  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety and quality standards
  • Interfacing with clients, consultants, and internal departments
  • Overseeing financial performance, reporting, and commercial risk
Requirements
  • Proven experience in a Mechanical Project Manager role within the M&E contracting space
  • Background delivering projects across the Commercial, Residential, Education or Healthcare sectors
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence (essential due to multiple site locations)
  • Relevant mechanical or building services qualifications
🌟 What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary based on experience (£75K–£90K)
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Long-term career development with a business that values internal progression
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a stable, financially secure contractor with a strong presence in the region and a genuine commitment to quality, collaboration, and long-term employee development.

If you feel as though this oppetunity may be suitable, please apply through this advert to be considered, alternatively email me your CV Directly to chloe.kearns@peoplegroup.com