Mechanical Operations Manager

The Company

Our client is a leading building services contractor, renowned for providing cutting-edge mechanical and electrical solutions. They specialise in delivering exceptional services across the commercial, industrial, and residential sectors, with a strong focus on building long-lasting partnerships. They are committed to sustainability, safety and customer satisfaction, ensuring that each project meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.

The Project

As a highly experienced Mechanical Operations Manager, you will play a key role overseeing various commercial, education, leisure and healthcare projects across Yorkshire. Your responsibilities will include negotiating contract terms, monitoring project performance, resolving disputes, and maintaining comprehensive records. Your efforts will be essential in ensuring that all projects are executed smoothly, successfully, and in full compliance with contractual obligations.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

HND Building Services Engineering or equivalent – desirable but not essential

CEng - Charted Engineer – desirable but not essential

CSCS Card

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

An extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of operating in either an Operations / Contracts Manager position for an M&E / Building Services contractor

A proven track record of success delivering projects across commercial / education / leisure / health sectors in a similar position

Previous experience working with M&E contractors or subcontractors on projects / packages up to £5m+

Additional skills;

IT Skills

Quality & risk management

Impressive leadership abilities

Superb negotiation capabilities

Expertise in budget / financial management

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal

Solid understanding of contract law and relevant regulations

Capacity to effectively negotiate contract terms and conditions

Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles, systems and technologies

The Role

Job Title: Mechanical Operations Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Project: Various commercial, education, leisure and healthcare projects

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Reporting to: Regional Director

Duties

End client management

Bid document production

Subcontractor appointment

Monitor expenses and drive profitability growth

Lead, mentor and guide mechanical engineers and technicians

Provide support and guidance to improve business performance

Assist central estimating with targeted bids aligned to client requirements

Develop opportunities from current and new clients through repeat business

Coordinate and oversee mechanical site team's activities to efficient operations

Utilise central teams, specialist suppliers, and subcontractors to offer technical support to customers and site teams

Develop and control budgets for mechanical operations, manage procurement, and implement cost control strategies

Oversee clear financial targets to meet objectives, reporting progress to Regional Directors and the Board when necessary

Perform appraisals for managers and engineers, defining objectives and creating tailored training and development programs

Collaborate with senior management in refining procedures and policies to improve effectiveness, ensure ISO compliance, and enhance performance and financial results

Lead complex mechanical packages, from design and implementation to completion, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget

Ensure all operations adhere to applicable regulations, standards, and safety protocols, including health and safety, environmental, and quality guidelines

Recognise mechanical process inefficiencies and implement improvements to increase efficiency, cut costs, and enhance quality

This is a permanent position with an excellent salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte – Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw – Resourcer at Caval on