Mechanical Project Manager
Location: Mainland Europe
Employment Type: Contract | Project length: 24 months
Salary: Competitive day rate
We are currently partnering with a well-established mechanical engineering contractor delivering complex construction projects across pharmaceutical, biotech, semiconductor and high-tech industrial sectors throughout Europe. Due to continued project wins, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their team on a long-term European project.
This role will see you taking full responsibility for the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of mechanical construction works, working closely with site teams, subcontractors and clients in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the mechanical project team through all phases of delivery, reporting directly to the Project Director
* Take day-to-day ownership of health & safety on site, ensuring company procedures are fully implemented
* Plan and manage works from initiation through to handover, including materials, subcontract packages and labour
* Manage site teams including Construction Managers, Engineers and Supervisors
* Develop construction execution plans, schedules and constructability reviews
* Define, tender, award and manage subcontractor work scopes in collaboration with commercial teams
* Coordinate with fabrication workshops on prefabrication planning, testing and documentation
* Produce weekly and monthly progress reports for clients and stakeholders
* Work closely with Quantity Surveyors on cost control, variations and commercial reporting
* Ensure QA/QC standards are met and works comply with specifications and industry standards
Key Requirements
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager
* Minimum 7 years’ experience in senior mechanical engineering or project engineering roles
* Strong background delivering mechanical construction projects (pharma, biotech, semiconductor, oil & gas)
* Experience working for a mechanical contractor (rather than consultancy or client-side)
* Solid construction-stage experience including piping fabrication, installation, testing and equipment installation
* Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Construction or equivalent (preferred)
* Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple workstreams
What’s on Offer
* Long-term European project pipeline
* Choice of permanent or contract engagement
* Competitive salary or day rate
* Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-value projects
* Supportive, professional project delivery environment
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity OR are keen to apply, do so directly via this advert