Mechanical Package Manager – Nuclear / Defence

Location: Plymouth – Devonport
Rate: Up to £57.75 per hour – Umbrella PAYE
Hours: 45 hours per week (9-hour days)
Working Pattern: Full-time site-based – no hybrid or home working
Additional Benefit: Daily accommodation / travel uplift for candidates living over 30 miles from site
Security: Must be eligible for BPSS security clearance

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to oversee mechanical installation and building fit-out works on a major project within a live defence environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical packages from planning and procurement through to installation and handover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, engineering teams and multidisciplinary site activities.
• Review designs to ensure safe, efficient and compliant construction.
• Manage programme, progress, costs, risks and change control.
• Oversee quality documentation, ITPs, RAMS and handover records.
• Provide site leadership and ensure works are delivered safely and to specification.

Essential Experience

• Previous Mechanical Package Management or similar construction management experience.
• Strong mechanical construction / installation background.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Good understanding of CDM, construction safety and quality assurance.
• SMSTS and relevant CSCS card.

Desirable

• Nuclear, defence or other highly regulated project experience.
• HNC or NVQ Level 6 in Mechanical Engineering.
• NEC contract experience, ideally NEC4.
• Experience with Aphex, ProjectWise or CEMAR.