Mechanical Construction Manager

Job Description

At Dornan we are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Construction Manager for a site in Surrey which is a multi-million New Build Fit-Out Hospital Project

Healthcare project experience is advantageous but not essential.

Dornan Engineering have been operating since 1966 and is now a leading international multidiscipline Construction Company offering M&E and Instrumentation services to a diverse range of clients.

We operate across Ireland, the UK and Mainland Europe, employing over 1000 staff.

Specialising in the following project sectors: Data centres, Life Sciences, Industrial, Healthcare, Education, Commercial Offices, Transport and Power & Energy.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key role within a long‑established, fast‑growing organisation operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. You'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative team where your ideas are welcomed, your voice is heard, and your development is genuinely supported.

THE ROLE

What We're Looking For

We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead and coordinate mechanical installation works on a major construction project. You’ll bring strong technical expertise, effective leadership on site, and the ability to drive productivity, quality, and compliance.

Your day to day will include:

The Mechanical Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing the delivery and installation of all mechanical services on site, from mobilisation through to commissioning and handover.

The role is essential in ensuring that installation works meet programme, safety, quality, and client expectations.

As a senior site representative, the Mechanical Construction Manager is expected to demonstrate and promote the company’s core values of integrity, dependability, safety, pride, and quality in all daily operations.

Key Requirements

• Strong background in mechanical building services installation, testing, and commissioning
• Experience coordinating MEP activities and resolving site‑based technical issues
• Solid understanding of construction HSE requirements, RAMS, permits, and site compliance
• Ability to manage direct labour, specialist subcontractors, and trade interfaces
• Competent at reading technical drawings, specifications, and installation standards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills, especially with site teams, clients, and design consultants
• SSSTS/SMSTS, C&G or NVQ in a relevant field.
• Healthcare project experience is advantageous but not essential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing the transition from pre‑construction into site delivery
• Working with the Project Manager / Project Director to ensure labour and subcontractor resources are aligned with programme
• Reviewing IFC drawings, specifications, and technical submittals to validate the buildability of the mechanical scope
• Supporting the development of project documentation such as programmes, look‑aheads, logistics plans, and procurement schedules
• Leading site‑based safety practices, toolbox talks, and ensuring compliance with all HSE procedures
• Overseeing the installation of mechanical services, ensuring quality standards and correct sequencing with other trades
• Coordinating daily activities, supervising subcontractors, and tracking progress against programme milestones
• Ensuring all mechanical systems are prepared for testing, commissioning, and handover

We are offering: Competitive salary, Travel allowance, Holiday allowance, Pension scheme, Training & Development.

Please contact Sean Hitchman if you wish to discuss.

07553002453 / sean.hitchman@dornangroup.com

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