Mechanical Project Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer
Mechanical Building Services Contractor
London

An established and well-regarded mechanical services contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join their growing team. With over 30 years of successful delivery across residential and commercial developments in London and the South East, the business boasts a £20M+ turnover and a strong, stable client base.
 
The Role
As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will take ownership of one or more mechanical projects from pre-construction through to handover and aftercare. This is a hands-on and highly visible position, with the opportunity to work on significant schemes alongside Tier 1 developers and main contractors.
 
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle
Work with estimating and project teams to develop winning bids and deliverables
Produce and coordinate working and construction drawings in collaboration with consultants
Interpret and develop technical plans, CAD drawings, and BIM models
Procure sub-contractors, plant, and equipment packages up to £2M
Manage the technical delivery of specialist systems including BMS and fire sprinklers
Attend client and internal meetings to monitor programme and commercial progress
Oversee mechanical commissioning and ensure smooth project handover
Collaborate with the commercial team to forecast costs, manage procurement and mitigate risk
Ensure all work is carried out to the highest health & safety standards
Support junior engineers and contribute to team development
 What You’ll Bring
Proven experience in a similar role within mechanical contracting
Strong technical knowledge of building mechanical services across both residential and commercial projects
Demonstrated commercial awareness and project ownership
Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and managing the coordination process
Ability to lead, plan, and prioritise effectively
A proactive, professional approach and a passion for high-quality engineering
 Package
Basic salary: £70,000 – £80,000 (depending on experience)
Discretionary annual performance bonus
Pension contribution
23 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)Ready to take your next step with a respected mechanical contractor working on high-profile London projects?

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