Contracts Manager in Ashton in Makerfield, United Kingdom

Mechanical Contracts Manager

Working Pattern: Full-time, Office/Site Based (No Hybrid Working)

The Opportunity

An established construction and refurbishment business is seeking an experienced Head of Mechanical to lead and grow its in-house mechanical division.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious mechanical professional who is ready to step into a senior leadership position, taking responsibility for project delivery, team management, commercial oversight, and the future growth of the department.

With a strong pipeline of work already secured, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing the mechanical offering, supporting project teams, and creating opportunities to secure standalone mechanical projects.

The Role

As Head of Mechanical, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing the mechanical team.
• Managing mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Overseeing delivery on site, ensuring programmes, quality, and safety standards are achieved.
• Supporting project teams with all mechanical aspects of projects.
• Managing and coordinating specialist mechanical subcontractors.
• Working closely with the pre-construction team on tenders, design-and-build opportunities, and project planning.
• Contributing to estimating, commercial management, and project delivery.
• Producing and managing project programmes and master programmes.
• Identifying opportunities to grow the mechanical division and expand the company's mechanical offering.
• Supporting business development initiatives and helping secure future mechanical works.

Project Scope

Projects typically involve refurbishment and upgrade works across public sector and education environments, including:

• HVAC and air conditioning installations.
• Heating systems and radiators.
• Toilet and washroom refurbishments.
• General mechanical building services upgrades.

About You

We are looking for someone who can wear multiple hats and bring a blend of technical, commercial, and leadership skills.

You will ideally have:

• A strong background in mechanical building services.
• Experience managing mechanical projects and site teams.
• Commercial awareness, including estimating and cost control.
• Experience working with subcontractors and project delivery teams.
• The ability to lead, mentor, and grow a department.
• Strong planning and programme management skills.
• A proactive approach and the ambition to help shape the future of a growing mechanical division.

What's on Offer?

• £60,000 - £70,000 salary.
• Car allowance.
• Bonus scheme.
• Pension.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Genuine opportunity to build and lead a growing mechanical department.
• Long-term career progression into a strategic leadership role.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior Mechanical Project Manager or Mechanical Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of a department and drive its future growth.