Mechanical Site Manager

Role Overview

We are recruiting a skilled and motivated Site Manager with a strong background in managing mechanical and electrical works on healthcare projects, particularly in the delivery of infrastructure for MRI and CT scanner installations. This role is critical to ensuring that site operations are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership:

Take full ownership of day-to-day site activities, overseeing all mechanical and electrical installations on healthcare sites.

Healthcare Project Oversight:

Supervise the installation of specialist services to support MRI and CT scanner equipment, including HVAC, power systems, and shielding.

Subcontractor and Workforce Coordination:

Direct subcontractors and in-house teams to ensure work is performed to specification, on time, and safely. Chair site briefings and toolbox talks.

Health, Safety and Compliance:

Maintain a high standard of safety across the site, ensuring adherence to CDM regulations, HTM standards, and internal QA/QC processes.

Progress Reporting:

Communicate project milestones, challenges, and resource needs to the Contracts Manager and wider project team. Maintain site diaries, method statements, and risk assessments.

Liaison and Collaboration:

Act as the primary site contact for clients, suppliers, inspectors, and consultants. Ensure that clinical requirements and working conditions are respected on live healthcare sites.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ site management experience in building services or M&E projects.

At least 2 years of experience on healthcare sites, ideally including MRI/CT or imaging suite infrastructure.

Proven ability to coordinate complex mechanical and electrical installations.

Sound understanding of HTM/HBN guidance and healthcare compliance requirements.

Strong organisational and people management skills, with the ability to manage multiple contractors and workstreams.

SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification is essential.

First Aid at Work and CSCS Card (Manager level).

HNC or equivalent qualification in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).

Benefits Package

Competitive salary between £55,000 and £65,000 depending on experience.

Annual performance-based bonus.

Travel allowance or company vehicle.

Complimentary gym membership.

Opportunities for career progression into project or contracts management roles