Ductwork and Ventilation Project Manager

  • HP4 Recruitment Ltd
  • Feb 07, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Ventilation/Ductwork Project Manager

Location: Watford
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + uncapped bonus +car allowance

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Ventilation Project/ contracts Manager to join our growing team and take full ownership of ventilation projects from pre-construction through to final handover.

This role is ideal for a commercially aware Projects / Contracts Manager with a strong background in ventilation, capable of delivering projects up to £1.5 million in value.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple ventilation projects from pre-construction through to handover
  • Take full responsibility for programme, cost control, quality, and client satisfaction
  • Prepare and submit monthly payment applications to clients
  • Maintain strong commercial awareness at all stages of the project lifecycle
  • Price variation works and prepare detailed substantiation and change control submissions
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Monitor site progress, manage risks, and resolve technical or delivery issues
  • Ensure all works are delivered in line with health & safety requirements and industry standards

Required Experience & Skills

  • Minimum 5 years experience in a Ventilation Project Manager role or similar (minimum 2 years off the tools/ office based experienced)
  • Proven track record managing projects up to £1.5 million
  • Strong commercial and contractual awareness
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills

Desirable (Advantageous)

  • Ventilation design experience
  • Ventilation estimating experience (use of Ensign)
  • Strong technical understanding of ventilation systems and installation methods

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package + uncapped bonus
  • Car allowance
  • Supportive team environment with the possibility of career progression