HVAC / AHU Site Works Manager

Step into a senior role where you can make a real impact, leading an established siteworks function, shaping how projects are delivered and driving the growth of service, maintenance and refurbishment activities.

HVAC / AHU Site Works Manager

• Greater Manchester
• £45,000-£55,000 depending on experience + Company Vehicle
• Permanent, Full-Time

An established HVAC and mechanical engineering business is looking for an experienced Siteworks Manager to take responsibility for the management and coordination of its site-based activities.

This is a varied role combining HVAC and air handling technical knowledge, team management, project delivery and customer liaison.

The successful candidate will manage a team of Site Supervisors, work closely with the Site Coordinator, and oversee service, refurbishment and mechanical site projects from initial survey and quotation through to planning, delivery and completion.

Site activities include air handling unit (AHU) refurbishment, HVAC maintenance, mechanical modifications, repairs, upgrades and replacement works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, support and develop the Site Supervisors, monitoring performance, workmanship and standards.
• Work closely with the Site Coordinator to plan works, allocate resources and ensure projects are properly prepared.
• Carry out and coordinate HVAC and mechanical site surveys and technical assessments.
• Provide technical guidance and make decisions when problems or unexpected conditions arise on site.
• Develop practical solutions for AHU repairs, refurbishment, modifications and upgrades.
• Manage siteworks projects to ensure they are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Liaise directly with customers and attend site meetings where required.
• Prepare and support quotations for service, maintenance, refurbishment, repair and modification works.
• Coordinate internal technical teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments, method statements and safe working procedures are in place.
• Identify opportunities for refurbishment, energy-efficiency improvements and ongoing service and maintenance work.

About You

We are looking for someone with a strong practical and technical background in HVAC, air handling, mechanical building services or facilities engineering, together with experience managing site-based personnel.

You should have:

• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, air handling units (AHUs) or mechanical building services.
• Experience within HVAC service, maintenance, refurbishment, installation or mechanical projects.
• Previous experience managing engineers, Site Supervisors, service engineers or site-based teams.
• The ability to carry out site surveys, identify technical problems and develop practical solutions.
• Good understanding of site Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong project management, organisational and customer-facing skills.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs.
• A full UK driving licence.

Experience with air handling equipment including fans, motors, coils, filters, dampers, controls and heat recovery systems would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• £45,000-£55,000 depending on experience
• Company vehicle
• Permanent, full-time position
• Varied HVAC, mechanical and project-based work
• Opportunity to take ownership of an established Siteworks function and develop its service, maintenance and refurbishment activities

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click 'apply' today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

This opportunity may suit someone currently working as an HVAC Service Manager, AHU Service Manager, HVAC Project Manager, Mechanical Project Manager, HVAC Site Manager, Contracts Manager, Service & Projects Manager, Site Supervisor, Senior HVAC Engineer or Senior AHU Engineer looking for their next step.