Mechanical Project Manager
10 days ago
Harwell
Mechanical Project Manager Location: South of England (Harwell) or Glasgow, UK Type: Full-time Sector: Life Sciences | Engineering | High-Performance Environments About Us Here at T-SQUARED we don’t just design buildings – We Make Space for Genius. We design, build, validate and maintain highly specialised facilities for scientists and innovators who change the world. Employee-owned and independent, we offer an end-to-end solution for the complex, dedicated facilities that high-tech regulated industries need. We make and maintain spaces where our clients do amazing things, from preventing the next global pandemic to cutting-edge research at the speed of light. Their work changes the world, and we make it possible. The Opportunity The Mechanical Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of cleanroom and laboratory projects from concept through to commissioning and handover. This role focuses on managing the mechanical services associated with controlled environments, Mechanical Project Manager ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant industry standards and client requirements. What You’ll Be Doing • Overseeing all stages of the project lifecycle, including conception, design, development, and implementation, • Managing and coordinating project teams, including engineers, designers, technicians, and subcontractors, • Use design, procure, construct and commission (DPC&C) programmes in Microsoft Project, • Responsible for full mechanical cost control, including budgeting, estimating, package procurement, subcontract account management, and agreement of final accounts to meet project targets, • Chairing weekly subcontractor progress meetings and keeping accurate meeting minutes, • Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, • Identifying project risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and resolving issues or delays, • Managing project resources and materials to support successful delivery, • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders, • Ensuring compliance with health & safety requirements and relevant industry standards, • Completing tender reviews and comparison reports to document the equalisation of compliant tender returns, • Producing building services quality plans (ITPs), including detailed commissioning plans and schedules What You Will Need • At least 5 years of relevant project management experience within the construction or engineering industry, • Strong technical knowledge of building services and HVAC systems, • Sound industry knowledge and understanding of best practice, • Experience managing projects through the full lifecycle, from pre-construction through to delivery, • Understanding of cleanroom standards and regulatory requirements (beneficial), • Knowledge of GMP environments and validation processes (beneficial), • Experience delivering multiple projects concurrently (beneficial), • Experience working on fast-track or live operational sites, • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to track and file information efficiently and effectively., • Able to achieve results in a client-focused, collaborative manner, • Ambitious and capable, with a professional and articulate manner and a strong drive to deliver results., • Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Qualifications • Site Management Safety Training Certification (SMSTS) (Mandatory), • Construction Skills Certification (CSCS) (Mandatory), • Engineering degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (Desirable) Why Join T-SQUARED? Make a Real Impact – We have been involved in projects that have had a positive societal impact which have supported medical research, pandemic prevention and public health. Employee Ownership - T-SQUARED is an employee-owned and independent business. As a member of our team, you will own a share of the company, through our employee-ownership trust. Career Progression – Become part of a well-established successful company where your potential to lead is cultivated from the start, and we actively invest in employee development through training, and provide support for professional certifications and charterships. Competitive Package – We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with opportunities to travel and gain a variety of experiences. We also offer a yearly performance-based bonus. Project Ownership – Due to our integrated model, you are involved from design right through to maintenance, which means you have direct client contact and have influence across the full lifecycle of projects which makes your work more meaningful and varied. Trusted Name in The Industry - We have been building specialist facilities for over 20 years and are trusted by some of the world’s leading science and healthcare organisations. Our reputation is built on quality, reliability and long-term partnerships. Benefits • 31 days holidays (inclusive of public holidays), • Annual Bonus scheme linked to Company performance, • Life Insurance, • Company Pension, • Employee Discounts, • Referral Programme, • Subsidised Health Assessments