Mechanical Contracts Manager

Mechanical Contract Manager – South East Guildford HQ | Up to £70K + £5K Car Allowance Want to work for a growing mechanical contractor where you’re trusted to run projects properly, not buried in layers of process? This is an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Contract Manager to join a business that has doubled turnover since 2019, secured a full order book for next year, and is targeting £35M turnover in the next few years. You’ll deliver refurbishment and energy projects across schools, hospitals, universities and commercial buildings, focused around: * Air source heat pumps * Mechanical plant * LHTW & chilled water pipework * Large heating systems * Connections into existing infrastructure Projects range from £100K - £4M and are delivered directly for end-user clients. The Role As a Mechanical Contract Manager, you’ll take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion, including: * Programme management * Subcontractor coordination * Health & Safety * Technical submissions * Cost control & variations * Client management * Site team leadership What They’re Looking For This role suits a hands-on Mechanical Contract Manager with strong building services experience who still understands site delivery. You’ll ideally have: * Mechanical/building services background * Experience with pipework & plant systems * Refurbishment/live environment project experience * Strong commercial awareness * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Why Join? * Stable, growing business * Full pipeline of secured work * Genuine progression opportunities * Supportive environment with work-life balance * Flexibility earned through trust, not micromanagement