Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager - Life Sciences ->Full time, on site in Tralee, Co. Kerry, IrelandWe are recruiting a Mechanical Project Manager to join our client on-site as the delivery team on a major pharmaceutical project in Tralee, Co. Kerry. This is a contractor-side role ideal for someone who has delivered mechanical packages on regulated Life Sciences facilities and is comfortable owning installation, commissioning readiness, programme and cost.Key responsibilitiesLead mechanical project delivery from design coordination through installation to handover.Manage planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting and reporting.Coordinate with BIM, engineering, QA, procurement, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure smooth execution.Conduct site visits and perform regular inspections, issue resolution and safety/quality compliance.Build strong working relationships with client stakeholders while maintaining a contractor delivery focus.Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, codes and H&S standards.Provide weekly client updates and monthly senior management reports.Foster productive, collaborative partnerships with internal and external Clients.What we are looking for:Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent mechanical background.Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Project/Contracts Manager, plus solid early experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer.Proven contractor-side delivery on pharmaceutical / life sciences projects; experience in clean utilities, HVAC, process mechanical or similar regulated systems is essential.Strong knowledge of mechanical, HVAC and process systems design, installation and operation.Excellent project controls capability (programme, cost, risk, change).Confident communicator who can lead teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.*Willingness to travel within Europe occasionally; full driving license required.If you have a contractor delivery background on pharma or other highly regulated Life Sciences builds, and want to lead mechanical packages on a major site project, we’d like to hear from you.