Mechanical Manager (Pre-Construction)

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Manager (Design)

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1398

Location: Central London (Flexible working available)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£100k-£120k basic plus competitive package inc car or allowance, mileage to site, pension, health, bonus etc.

Company & Project:A Top 50 Main contractor is seeking to recruit a talented and experienced Mechanical Manager, to join their team in leading the Mechanical design function across multiple projects, specialising in the early stages through pre-construction to project commencement and managing on-site delivery teams.

The focus is on managing the pre-construction design phase to ensure technical compliance, commercial viability, and risk mitigation in addition to the mechanical design coordination of live projects.

Our client has an enviable track record on projects c£50m+ and have delivered projects on a repeat basis in London, East and South.


Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead Mechanical design input for tenders and pre-construction phases, providing robust bid management, cost-certainty analysis, and risk assessments.

Oversee the relationship between external MEP consultants and internal BIM coordinators to ensure fully integrated and buildable designs.

Maintain and develop relationships with key customers and design consultants to ensure mutually beneficial project outcomes.

Identify and implement technical efficiencies to improve margins while ensuring full adherence to specifications.

Ensuring health, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into the design and programme from the outset.

Desirable Experience:

  • 10years+ experience within a UK main contractor or major MEP subcontractor environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of Mechanical building services and the integration of multidisciplinary MEP packages.
  • Proven ability to manage design coordination.
  • Previous Roles: Building Services Manager OR Electrical Manager OR Senior M&E Supervisor OR M&E Manager OR M&E Engineer OR M&E Project Manager.


Qualifications & Skills: Relevant Mechanical or Building Services qualification for example, HND or Degree or City & Guilds.


Application Process: If you would like more information on this Lead Mechanical Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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