Senior Mechanical Project Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Pro only
Salary
Pro sees the advertised pay
£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2127 (69% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and People Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Most likely code | £36,300 Clears | £41,500 Clears | £46,700 Clears | £51,900 Clears |
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £35,400 Clears | £39,900 Clears | £44,300 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Senior Mechanical Project Manager – Tier One Main Contractor
Central London
Permanent
Up to £110,000 + Car Allowance + Travel
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Manager to join a Tier One Main Contractor delivering a landmark large-scale residential development in Central London.
The Role
The Senior Mechanical Project Manager will take full responsibility for the mechanical package from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Working as part of a high-performing project team, they will oversee design coordination, procurement, subcontractor management, programme delivery, quality assurance, and commercial performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and coordinating all mechanical elements of the project
- Managing subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality
- Driving programme performance in line with project milestones
- Overseeing technical submissions, RFIs, and design development in collaboration with consultants
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety and building regulations
- Supporting commercial teams with cost control, valuations, and change management
- Managing commissioning activities and ensuring successful project handover
The Candidate
The successful candidate will be a proven Mechanical Lead or Senior Mechanical Project Manager with experience delivering large-scale residential or mixed-use developments for a reputable main contractor or leading M&E contractor.
They will demonstrate:
- A strong track record of managing high-value mechanical packages
- Excellent technical knowledge of building services systems
- Experience working on complex builds in Central London
- The ability to lead teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders
- Commercial awareness and programme management expertise
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with People Group, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering project managers and project engineers (SOC 2127) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £42,848–67,132
- Median £51,324
- Going rate £51,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,300–46,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. People Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.