Mechanical Project Manager

Job Description
Mechanical Project Manager
The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in UKs & Irelands Building Services sector.
Alternative Heat design develop and deliver a wide range of offsite-prefabricated innovative and
sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK & Europe.
What We Do:
We specialise in the design supply and installation of a wide range of prefabricated energy
solutions typically built in NI and shipped throughout the UK & Europe. We also offer turnkey
design build and operate solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating
solutions and have experience with successfully procuring and delivering many similar packages
to a wide range of public bodies throughout UK & Europe.
Team Overview:
The Contracts department oversees the delivery and execution of projects from initial mobilisation
through to completion and handover. Acting as the bridge between design commercial and onsite teams the department ensures that all contractual obligations are met while maintaining high
standards of quality safety and efficiency. With a focus on planning resource coordination and
problem-solving the Contracts team plays a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered on
time within scope and to the satisfaction of our clients.
Role Overview:
The Mechanical Project Manager will lead the planning execution and completion of
mechanical engineering projects that improve production capability efficiency and reliability.
This role combines deep technical knowledge with strong leadership and project
management expertise to ensure successful delivery of capital and improvement projects
within scope budget and schedule.
Job Title Mechanical Project Manager
Location Head Office Banbridge
Hours Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
Salary Competitive Depending on Experience
Responsible to Project Director
What Youll be Doing:
Project Planning & Execution.
Develop and manage project scopes schedules and budgets for mechanical system
installations and improvements.
Ensure all project activities align with plant operational goals and business strategies.
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Technical & Engineering Oversight.
Provide mechanical engineering expertise during equipment selection system design
and layout development.
Review and approve engineering drawings vendor specifications and technical
documents.
Oversee mechanical installations to ensure compliance with design intent safety and
quality standards.
Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Working in conjunction with the Procurement and Supply Chain teams for mechanical
equipment components and services.
Prepare technical specifications RFQs and bid packages; evaluate vendor proposals
and negotiate contracts.
Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to track expenditures and manage
supplier performance.
Sub-Contractor & Third-Party Management
Identify third party sub-contractors and suppliers and ensure their timely integration into
the project.
Manage relationships with subcontractors suppliers and third-party engineering firms.
Oversee contractor performance in safety quality schedule adherence and
compliance with project requirements.
Coordinate activities and resolve interface issues between internal departments and
external parties.
Conduct regular progress meetings inspections and performance reviews.
Cost Quality & Risk Control
Monitor project costs forecasts and progress against budget and schedule.
Identify and mitigate risks proactively through contingency planning and stakeholder
engagement.
Maintain high standards of quality and ensure all deliverables meet corporate and
industry standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with operations maintenance production EHS and quality teams to
ensure seamless project integration.
Support process optimization and ensure mechanical systems contribute to operational
efficiency and safety.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain comprehensive project documentation including drawings test records
change orders and commissioning reports.
Ensure compliance with relevant codes standards (ASME ISO API etc.) and
corporate engineering policies.
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What You Need to Have:
Strong technical background in mechanical systems MEP equipment and plant
utilities.
Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management.
Effective leadership and stakeholder coordination skills.
Proficiency in CAD and project management tools (AutoCAD Solidworks MS Project
ASTA).
Strong commercial awareness and budget management capability.
Excellent communication problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum 5 year in mechanical project management within a manufacturing or industrial
environment.
What You Would Ideally Have:
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and continuous improvement
methodologies.
Certification: PMP Prince 2 or six sigma certification.
Industry Experience: off site MEP prefabricated solutions heavy plant manufacture.
Employee Benefits:
Full in-house training and career development opportunities
Competitive pension scheme
Life assurance scheme
Health cash plan
Free annual health check during working hours
30 days annual leave increasing in line with length of service.
Social events organised for all employees throughout the year via our Health and
Wellbeing committee.
Secure free onsite parking
Free Coffee Hot Chocolate Tea and Fruit provided daily.
Friendly and supportive working environment in state-of-the-art facilities


Alternative Heat is an equal opportunities employer.