Mechanical Project Manager - Heathrow Airport
Designer Group · Longford, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Posted Sep 23, 2026
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Designer Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to support the delivery of mechanical building services works at Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5 .
This is a site-based delivery role suited to someone with strong mechanical project management experience in M&E contracting, aviation, infrastructure, industrial, pharmaceutical, mission critical or large-scale commercial environments .
You will take ownership of mechanical project delivery within a live airport environment, working closely with site management, engineering, commercial, procurement, quality, safety, subcontractors and client-side stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the mechanical scope from planning and procurement through installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
You will manage project teams, oversee subcontractor performance, track progress against programme, resolve technical and commercial issues, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standard.
Experience working in live, operational, security-controlled environments would be highly advantageous. Previous airport, terminal or airside experience would be a strong advantage.
What you will do
Lead the delivery of mechanical works at Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5.
Manage supervisors, engineers, subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
Oversee mechanical building services packages including HVAC, pipework, public health, ventilation, plantroom works, mechanical containment, drainage and associated systems.
Drive programme delivery and ensure key milestones are achieved.
Identify project risks early and work with the wider team to resolve them.
Work closely with the Project QS to manage cost control, variations, reporting and commercial performance.
Support procurement planning, RFIs, technical submittals, material approvals and subcontractor coordination.
Review drawings, specifications and design information to resolve buildability, coordination and installation issues.
Coordinate mechanical works with electrical, controls, fire, architectural, structural and specialist trade packages.
Chair and attend project meetings with internal teams, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.
Monitor labour, materials, plant and resources to support efficient project delivery.
Ensure mechanical works are completed in line with quality standards, commissioning requirements and handover expectations.
Support testing, commissioning, system validation, documentation and client handover.
Maintain strong relationships with the client, delivery teams, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Promote and uphold Designer Group’s health, safety, quality and environmental standards at all times.
Ensure all work is delivered in line with site rules, airport protocols, access requirements and live environment constraints.
Requirements
What we are looking for
5+ years’ experience in mechanical project…