Mechanical Project Manager in Reading
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Job Description
Caddy are recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manager to lead the mechanical delivery of projects thoughtout the South East.\nThe successful candidate will oversee all mechanical works from preconstruction through commissioning and handover, ensuring delivery to specification, programme, and budget while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality.\nMechanical Project Manager Responsibilities:\nReporting to the Project Director and working collaboratively with the site leadership and wider MEP teams.\nManaging the full mechanical scope, including chilled water systems, CRAH/CRAC units, DX systems, pipework, and HVAC plant rooms.\nLeading the coordination and integration of mechanical systems with electrical, BMS, fire protection, and architectural packages.\nOverseeing subcontractor performance and installation works to ensure adherence to design, spec, and programme.\nDriving weekly lookahead programmes, managing procurement schedules, and tracking material deliveries.\nAttending daily whiteboard/coordination meetings and proactively resolving interface or sequencing issues.\nReviewing technical submittals, method statements, and RAMS in collaboration with the design and safety teams.\nEnsuring strict compliance with QA/QC protocols, industry standards (ASHRAE, Uptime Institute), and client specifications.\nSupporting commissioning activities including testing, flushing, balancing, and integration into wider MEP systems.\nMaintaining accurate records of progress, inspections, change management, and site reporting.\nBuilding strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution and clear communication channels.\nMechanical Project Manager Requirements:\nProven experience managing mechanical packages on hyperscale data centre or other mission-critical projects (pharma, healthcare, etc.).\nStrong technical understanding of HVAC, chilled water systems, mechanical plant rooms, and associated services.\nExcellent leadership and coordination skills with experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.\nAbility to interpret complex design documents, schematics, and specifications.\nFamiliar with commissioning methodologies (L1-L5) and integration into Tier 3/Tier 4 environments.\nComfortable working in fast-track construction settings with aggressive programme targets.\nValid SMSTS and CSCS (Black or White Card); First Aid at Work ()
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