Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building-services solution contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.
We're an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.
We are seeking a Mechanical Project Manager based in Bristol to be part of our growing team.
| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES |
General
- Take full accountability for the delivery of Mechanical services, ensuring effective collaboration with Kane support functions, including Pre-Construction, Design, Commercial, Planning, SHEQ and Procurement.
- Plan, manage and coordinate M&E installations and testing activities from project inception through to completion.
- Maintain a detailed understanding of project scope, system requirements and associated costs.
- Liaise daily with the Principal Contractor to agree work sequences and coordinate site activities effectively.
- Provide direction and leadership to site management personnel and Mechanical subcontractors.
- Manage RFIs, address project issues proactively and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
- Oversee health and safety compliance, quality assurance and quality control activities, and adherence to all relevant building regulations.
- Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and prepare accurate monthly project reports.
Financial/Commercial
- Work closely with the Commercial team to achieve cash flow and profitability targets.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of all contract terms and conditions, specifications and project budgets.
- Oversee the procurement of materials and subcontract packages, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Monitor labour productivity and support valuations, forecasts, variations, delay analysis and final account administration.
- Maintain accurate project records and attend all relevant commercial and operational meetings.
Operations
- Ensure site activities are delivered efficiently through effective labour management, subcontractor coordination and material control.
- Provide the Planning team with accurate installation, testing and commissioning information to support programme delivery.
- Monitor project progress against program milestones while ensuring full compliance with SHEQ requirements.
- Lead commissioning, handover and defect resolution activities to ensure successful project close-out.
- Chair and document regular site meetings and ensure O&M manuals are completed and issued in line with project requirements.
People
- Ensure project teams are appropriately qualified and that the necessary resources are in place to support delivery.
- Lead and motivate teams while fostering a positive, professional and high-performing site environment.
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers effectively, maintaining strong working relationships and monitoring performance against agreed requirements.
Customer & Business Development
- Interpret specifications and drawings accurately, resolving conflicts between contractual obligations and client requirements.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality delivery that supports repeat business opportunities.
Corporate
- Promote and uphold Kane Group values, policies and safety standards always.
| QUALIFICATION |
Essential
- HNC, or equivalent qualification, in Mechanical, Building Services Engineering or HVAC.
- SMSTS, or equivalent, certification.
- Valid Black CSCS Card.
Desirable
- Completion of a recognised technical training scheme.
| EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE |
Essential
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction management, supported by relevant building services industry experience.
- Strong knowledge of M&E systems, specialist systems, life safety systems, building products, construction details and design, together with relevant regulations and quality standards.
- Proficiency in construction management software packages.
- Management experience within multi-discipline contracts, with the ability to oversee data flow processes effectively.
- Completion of relevant health and safety training courses.
- Sound knowledge of contracts and associated procedures.
Desirable
- Experience in managing large infrastructure packages.
| ABILITIES & SKILLS |
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Well-developed problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A strong team player with the ability to lead, support and develop others.
- The ability to continuously review procedures and drive best practice.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and advise stakeholders at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
- An excellent problem solver with the ability to deliver practical, high-quality solutions.
- Able to work effectively under pressure and deliver to demanding deadlines.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a strong can-do attitude.
- Strong IT skills particularly with Microsoft office
| COMPANY BENEFITS |
- Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
- 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
- Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
- Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
- Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
- Paid professional subscriptions
- Variety of employee discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Corporate Gym discount for Kane employees
- Branded clothing
- Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
- Annual Health Checks
- Awards for long service
- Additional annual leave based on length of service
- Training and development opportunities
Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
INDHIG
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
