Mechanical Contracts Manager
Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by Hays
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Join a highly regarded and progressive M&E contractor with a strong reputation for delivering prestigious projects across the UK. Working on luxury hotels, high-end residential schemes, and complex commercial developments, this business combines long-standing industry experience with modern delivery methods and innovative engineering solutions.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Mechanical Contracts Manager to strengthen their Belfast team.
Your new role As Mechanical Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering mechanical packages from pre-construction through to final handover. You will be trusted to manage projects autonomously while working closely with senior leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing, managing, and delivering mechanical contracts
- Planning and programming labour, subcontractors, and project activities
- Leading site teams and direct labour across multiple projects
- Liaising with clients, consultants, and design teams
- Ensuring programmes, budgets, quality standards, and health and safety requirements are met
- Reporting progress and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
What you'll need to succeed
- A strong mechanical background as a time-served Plumber or Pipefitter, or HNC or above in Building Services
- A minimum of three years' experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager or in a senior Mechanical Design role
- Proven experience delivering HVAC installations on large projects
- Good commercial awareness with accountability for cost and programme delivery
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and retain teams
- Clear communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders
This role would suit someone who values trust and accountability, takes pride in quality delivery and professionalism, and is seeking a long-term position with a stable and well-regarded contractor.
- A highly competitive salary and benefits package
- An uncapped company performance bonus
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Exposure to high quality, technically challenging projects
- A supportive and professional working environment where your contribution is recognised
- Clear opportunities for progression into more senior commercial or operational roles
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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