Mechanical Services Lead

Summary A Mechanical Services Lead is needed by a growing Mechanical & Electrical services contractor, based in Southampton. The position is a permanent role where you will be working from the office based in Ower, Southampton, but will also involve site visits around the South of England. We seek to appoint a candidate with ability and potential to lead our mechanical services team. This will include Contract Management overseeing project managers assigned to manage projects, client management and development, and involvement in mechanical bid/sales process in support of estimating team. We will provide a pathway for progression in the business to Director as part of any offer of employment to provide commitment to the right individual. Must be professional, organised, strong work ethic and ambitious. The successful candidate will manage and co-ordinate all aspects of the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of projects assigned to them, ensuring that high quality, compliant installations are delivered to the customer in a manner consistent with the company’s contract management system. Further to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with our customers and supply chain. Key Activities include: * Management of design or pre-commencement phase * Liaise with clients, consultants, quantity surveyors and other third parties * Procurement of the project (sub-contract packages, materials, plant) before we start on site * Production of construction/commissioning programmes * Management of your project site and office team ensuring effectiveness in their role * Achieving project milestones and deadlines * Financial management and working to budgets * Quality control The ideal Mechanical Services Lead will have: * Mechanical contractor background * Experience on design and build, new build and refurbishment projects * High level of technical knowledge * Excellent communication skills * High degree of personal motivation * Commercial acumen * Strong negotiation skills This is an excellent role for an established professional who wants the chance to work for a successful and growing business that are financially solid, have a great working environment and who is looking for a company in which to make a significant contribution and grow their team around them