London | 12-Month Contract | ASAP Start
Competitive Day Rates | Ltd Co / Umbrella
The Opportunity
An established mechanical services contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major district heating and energy centre projects across London.
This is a high-impact role with full project ownership-ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, technically complex environments and has a strong track record delivering large-scale mechanical or heat network schemes.
What You'll Be Doing
Leading full lifecycle delivery of district heating and energy projects
Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers across multiple workstreams
Driving programme, cost, quality, and HSE performance
Overseeing large-scale pipework, plant rooms, and network installation
Managing client relationships and acting as the key point of contact
Controlling commercials including variations, valuations, and budgets
Identifying risks and keeping projects on track in a challenging urban environment
What We're Looking For
Proven background in mechanical building services or pipework projects
Strong experience delivering district heating / energy centre projects
Track record working on complex London-based sites
Solid understanding of construction sequencing and commissioning
Experience with NEC or similar contracts
Confident leader with strong commercial awareness
Qualifications
Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Degree (or equivalent)
Project Management certification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP) desirable
Why Apply
Immediate start on a flagship London infrastructure programme
Long-term contract with strong extension potential
Competitive market rates with flexible payment options
Opportunity to lead technically challenging, high-value projectsPlease click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Salary description
£400.00 - £450.00 per day