Mechanical Package Manager
CV-LibraryPlymouth, DevoncontractPosted: 6 November 2026
Apply NowMechanical 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
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