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Mechanical Project Manager
Job Posted: 21 hours ago
Salary: £ 400 - 450 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: RG2, Great Lea Common, Wokingham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Freelance / Temp-to-Perm Mechanical Project Manager – Building Services
We are recruiting on behalf of a respected and steadily growing M&E Building Services contractor, known for delivering high-quality mechanical projects across the healthcare, commercial, and public sectors. Their reputation for technical excellence, repeat business, and a collaborative working culture has made them a trusted name in Mechanical and Electrical Building Services.
As a result of continued project growth, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join on a freelance or temp-to-perm basis, initially overseeing two live projects, one in Hemel Hempstead and one in Oxford, with a weekly visit to Head Office in the Southampton area.
This role offers an excellent balance of autonomy and involvement, ideally suited to someone confident leading project delivery, coordinating teams, and maintaining full oversight across all commercial, technical, and programme elements. The typical working week will involve one day at Head Office, two to three days visiting project sites, and one to two days working from home, depending on project requirements.
Responsibilities
* Oversee mechanical building services projects from pre-construction through to client handover
* Manage budgets, programmes, variations, and procurement
* Conduct site surveys and coordinate installation teams and subcontractors
* Ensure compliance with company procedures and Health & Safety standards
* Maintain clear and regular communication with clients and internal teams
* Contribute to project planning and reporting to senior management
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience delivering mechanical building services projects
* Background as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, or M&E Project Manager
* Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical building services systems
* Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills
* Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple live projects
Remuneration – Mechanical Project Manager
* Day rate: £400 – £450 reflective of experience and seniority
* Contract type: Freelance / Temp-to-Perm
* Location: Reading (covering Oxford & Hemel Hempstead, with weekly visits to Head Office in the Southampton area)
* Typical week: 1 day office / 2–3 days site / 1–2 days working from home
* Immediate start available
If you are a Mechanical Project Manager seeking a long-term freelance or temp-to-perm opportunity within the M&E Building Services sector, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply online today or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
About David Leslie Ltd
David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly deliveredBefore You Apply
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