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Project Manager

MarkMayIpswich, Suffolk🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 30 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£50k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Posted
5 hours ago

Job Description

ob Title: Project Manager (Commercial Gas Bias)

Location: Ipswich/Various Sites

Desired Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 07:30 16:00

Salary: £50,000 + company car allowance


Role Overview

Project Manager (Mechanical Biased) with experience in Mechanical Construction, M&E, Mechanical Installation, HVAC, Commercial HVAC, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration sector. You will join a dedicated Projects team based in Ipswich and with weekly travel out of the office to sites in London & the Southeast.

Reporting to the MEP Operations Manager this role is responsible for leading the teams of engineers, overseeing HSE and fostering client relationships to maximise returns and to ensure technical and quality standards are achieved safely and according to time and budget.

Candidates,?who can demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and, deliver complete systems will be highly regarded.


The primary accountabilities

  • Minimum of 10 years proven experience on projects valued £100K £2M
  • Minimum 8 yrs of demonstrated mechanical background in mechanical construction, M&E, mechanical installation, HVAC and Commercial HVAC
  • Strong experience as Mechanical and Electrical Project Manager
  • Proven ability in project planning, cost control and subcontractor management
  • Management, coordination and integration of multidisciplinary teams
  • Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering
  • Review and understand the project HSE and Quality requirement, scope of work, specifications, and project overall schedule
  • Excellent management skills at all levels to oversee and lead major site teams
  • Interface with client and ensure that site activities are completed in accordance with safety, quality and time
  • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders
  • Adhere to safe work methods and risk constraints
  • Ensure resources under your control are used effectively, efficiently and safely

Required skills

  • Must be qualified on either a mechanical trade discipline (ie: City and Guilds / NVQ Levels 2/3 or Part 2)
  • Demonstrated experience in managing site teams and administering sub-contractors
  • Strong leadership?and communication abilities
  • Manage project variations, contract negotiations, and defect rectification
  • Coordinate the purchasing and delivery of project supplies
  • Ensure compliance reporting on all works undertaken
  • Participate in the tender process including design, submission, and review
  • Ability to mitigate risks and escalate any issues to management team
  • Must be comfortable managing multiple projects as any one time
  • Conduct project reviews and create detailed reports for management
  • Interpret plans, regulations, and codes of practice to ensure proper methods and materials are used, and that specifications and regulations are followed
  • Site experience (operations, construction and commissioning in the construction industry)
  • Committed and proactive attitude towards Safety

Package: What is in it for you?

  • Company Car or Car Allowance
  • Company Bonus Scheme
  • Your time will be split between head office and site visits. Head office is based in Ipswich, Suffolk
  • Company Pension, paid annual leave + additional company benefits
  • Personal and professional career growth opportunities
  • Training and Development is provided
  • Comprehensive support from our office team to make your day easier
  • Private Health Plan + 24/7 online GP service available
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Company social events
  • A dynamic and supportive team culture and a rewarding work environment
  • Opportunity for additional training and career progression
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