This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Junior Mechanical Project Manager to join a long-established and highly respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering commercial mechanical projects across education, healthcare, commercial refurbishment, fit-out, and specialist sectors.

Projects typically range from £100k to £2m and include full mechanical building services installations such as HVAC systems, plant rooms, pipework, public health services, and associated M&E services.

The business has built long-standing client relationships and an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality Mechanical Building Services installations across complex commercial environments.

Why Join the Business

The company offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where developing Project Managers are trusted to take increasing ownership of their projects while receiving guidance from experienced senior leadership.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and long-standing client relationships, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-respected contractor offering genuine career progression into a fully-fledged Mechanical Project Manager role.

As Junior Mechanical Project Manager, you will support the delivery of Mechanical Building Services projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

Working alongside experienced Senior Mechanical Project Managers and Directors, you will gain exposure to the full project lifecycle across commercial M&E installations.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of Mechanical Building Services projects
• Assisting with management of HVAC systems, pipework, plant rooms and associated services
• Supporting programme management and reporting
• Procurement of plant, materials and subcontract packages
• Subcontractor coordination and site supervision
• Attending client and site meetings
• Ensuring Health & Safety compliance across projects
• Supporting commercial awareness and cost control

This Junior Mechanical Project Manager role would also suit a Mechanical Site Manager, Mechanical Site Supervisor, or experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to progress into a Project Management role within an established M&E contractor.

To be considered for this Junior Mechanical Project Manager position, you should have:

• Strong Mechanical Building Services site experience
• Background as a Mechanical Site Manager or Mechanical Supervisor
• Experience delivering commercial M&E projects
• Good understanding of HVAC systems and mechanical installations
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Desire to progress into Mechanical Project Management

• £47,000 £55,000
• Pension
• Company bonus scheme
• 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)
• Genuine career progression opportunities

Please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.

This role would suit candidates currently working as:

Mechanical Site Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Building Services Engineer, Assistant Mechanical Project Manager.

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 delivered.

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