Job Description:

Mechanical Contracts Manager – New Build & Domestic

About the company
An established, growing building services and construction group in the West Midlands is looking for an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager. You will lead mechanical delivery on its new build residential and domestic contracts. The company has a strong reputation with repeat clients, a “can do” culture and a friendly, collaborative team. It is fully accredited, with a good supply chain and a real commitment to quality.

The role
You will take full responsibility for mechanical contracts from start to finish, from pre-start planning through to handover. The work covers new build housing developments and domestic projects, with a strong focus on quality, programme and budget.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and deliver mechanical (heating, plumbing, gas and ventilation) installations on new build and domestic contracts
• Plan and programme works, coordinating with site managers, main contractors, developers and other trades
• Manage contract budgets, forecasting, variations and valuations to protect margin
• Oversee and support site-based mechanical teams, engineers and subcontractors
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure quality, compliance with specification and building regulations, and a right-first-time standard
• Manage procurement and supply chain, including materials ordering and subcontractor appointments
• Ensure all works meet health and safety requirements, including RAMS, permits and site inductions
• Keep strong working relationships with clients, developers and end customers
• Manage snagging, commissioning, testing, certification and handover documentation
• Report progress to senior management and flag risks early

About you

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager or Senior Mechanical Supervisor in new build housing and/or domestic works
• Strong technical knowledge of domestic mechanical systems, which may include gas, heating, hot and cold water, ventilation and renewables such as heat pumps
• Sound commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control and valuations
• Good leadership skills, with the confidence to manage teams and subcontractors
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Working knowledge of current Building Regulations, Gas Safe requirements and the relevant standards
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• HNC/HND or degree in Building Services or a related discipline, or an equivalent trade background
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• CSCS card, ideally Manager level
• Gas Safe registration, or a background as a time-served heating or plumbing engineer
• Experience with housebuilders, developers, Housing Associations or Local Authorities
• F Gas Certification

To apply
Send your CV through CV-Library, or contact me for a confidential conversation.