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Senior Mechanical Project Manager
Location: West Sussex
Sector: Advanced Manufacturing / High-End Automotive Facility
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Project Manager to join one of the UK’s most respected technical contractors, renowned for delivering cutting-edge projects across advanced manufacturing, high-tech industrial facilities, data centres, and complex engineering environments.
You will be leading the mechanical delivery on a major flagship manufacturing expansion for one of the world’s most iconic luxury automotive brands. This project represents a multi-million-pound investment into next-generation production, precision engineering excellence, and future-focused technology — making it one of the most exciting and prestigious projects currently underway in the UK.
The Role
As Senior Mechanical Project Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the full mechanical scope across a large, highly engineered facility. You will lead teams on the ground, manage specialist subcontractors, ensure seamless coordination with structural and electrical packages, and drive the project through delivery, commissioning, and handover.
This is a role suited to someone who thrives on technically demanding environments and who wants to be part of a project that genuinely sets new industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the mechanical delivery across a large, complex manufacturing facility.
* Oversee subcontractor management, planning, installation, QA/QC, and technical coordination.
* Ensure all mechanical systems — HVAC, process services, utilities, and specialist manufacturing support systems — are delivered to the highest standards.
* Work closely with internal engineering, design, and commercial teams to manage cost, schedule, and quality.
* Lead client interface and represent the project at senior level meetings.
* Drive commissioning activities and support final handover.
About You
* Strong background in mechanical project management within industrial, manufacturing, high-end commercial, pharmaceutical, or data centre environments.
* Experience leading multi-million-pound MEP packages.
* Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication skills.
* Confident working in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
* Able to lead from the front, solve problems proactively, and manage complex interfaces.
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to:
* Work on a prestige, high-profile UK project with long-term career potential.
* Join a contractor that is growing rapidly, winning major projects, and investing heavily in its people.
* Gain experience in a uniquely advanced manufacturing environment that blends innovation, engineering excellence, and world-leading quality.
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