Head of Projects

Head of Projects - HVAC

North West
£70,000-£85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

We're recruiting a Head of Projects for a growing specialist HVAC & Mechanical contractor delivering commercial air conditioning and ventilation projects across The North West.

This is a senior position taking responsibility for the entire projects function, managing Project Managers, engineers and subcontractors while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and profitably.

The Role

Lead and develop the Projects team
Oversee multiple HVAC projects from handover through to completion
Manage Project Managers, engineers and subcontractors
Review project programmes, budgets and margins
Oversee procurement and resource planning
Manage variations and additional works
Maintain relationships with key clients
Resolve technical and commercial project issues
Ensure installations meet required quality and H&S standards
Report project performance to the Directors
Improve project processes as the business grows

The Candidate

Strong background in HVAC / air conditioning contracting
Senior Project Manager, Contracts Manager or Projects Manager experience
Experience managing multiple projects and project teams
Strong knowledge of AC, VRF/VRV and ventilation systems
Commercially strong with experience managing project margins
Excellent client and subcontractor management skills
Strong leadership and organisational ability

Package

£70,000-£85,000
Car allowance / company vehicle
Performance bonus
Pension
Company benefits
Excellent progression

The Opportunity

This is an excellent step for an experienced HVAC Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager looking to move into departmental leadership.

You'll have genuine responsibility for people, projects, profitability and delivery, with the opportunity to build and develop the department as the company continues to grow.

Progression: Head of Projects → Operations Director

WR HVAC | M&E are the #1 recruitment partner for HVAC and M&E vacancies across the UK, Europe, and the USA. We work with manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and service providers across the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building services sectors, recruiting for sales, management, engineering, and technical roles.

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