Mechanical Contracts / Operations Manager

Mechanical Contracts / Operations Manager – Office-Based (Kent)
Location: Kent HQ | Projects across London & the South

Are you an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager keen to avoid the daily commute into London?

Join a highly respected, family-owned M&E contractor with over 60 years of trading success, forming part of a £100m+ group. Financially robust with zero debt and 80% repeat business, this company prides itself on a collaborative, non-adversarial approach and long-term client relationships.

 

The Opportunity

 

Based in the Kent HQ, you’ll take full responsibility for the delivery of mechanical packages on a diverse portfolio of projects including Life Sciences, Education, Heritage, Research, Commercial, Leisure and Prime Residential.
From procurement through to handover — including financial ownership — you’ll have the autonomy to lead and deliver, with a clear path to becoming Head of Mechanical Operations.

Why Join?

Stability & Longevity

• Profitable every year since 2011
• Annual discretionary bonus — paid even through Covid

People-Centric Culture

• Low staff turnover and strong team retention
• Ongoing investment in staff training and development
• Long-established apprenticeship and management trainee programme

Trust & Empowerment

• No micromanagement – you’re trusted to do your job
• A role where your input matters and you’ll be heard

 

Community & Social Value

• Regular charity involvement
• Company-wide summer BBQs, festive celebrations — even a Christmas turkey for all staff (including retirees!)

Competitive Package

• Salary circa. £75/85k
• £6,500 car allowance
• BUPA healthcare
• 32 days holiday (incl. public holidays)
• Pension & travel expenses

Career Progression in an SME Environment

• Ideal for those from SME M&E contractors seeking career growth
• Typical project values: £500k – £6m
• Full project lifecycle ownership: quality, HSE, commissioning & financials

If you’re passionate about delivering quality, want to be part of a supportive and stable team, and looking for a role where you can make a real impact – this could be your next big move.