Mechanical Project Lead

𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Senior Mechanical Project Lead
𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲: Up to £110,000 plus package
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: City of London

𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:

A market leading MEP Contractor GH Engage are closely partnered with are looking to appoint a Mechanical Project Lead for one of their flagship MEP fit out projects in 2026 that will be entering the pre-construction stage for the first portion of the year with construction beginning towards summer.

The right individual will be the following:

Driven to progress into the next step with promotion objectives to achieve.
Comfortable managing clients and building on existing relationships.
Happy to step out their comfort zone.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Proven experience completing projects from inception till completion.

𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:

Lead the full mechanical delivery of a flagship MEP fit-out project, from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
Manage pre-construction activities including design reviews, scope definition, programme planning, procurement strategy, and early-stage coordination.
Oversee and drive the mechanical installation process, ensuring all works are delivered to specification, quality standards, programme, and budget.
Act as the primary client-facing representative for mechanical services, building strong, long-term relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead technical coordination with internal engineering teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractors to resolve design and installation challenges.
Support commercial teams with cost control, procurement oversight, variations, value engineering and contract management.
Ensure compliance with all industry standards, health & safety regulations, and QA/QC processes across site operations.
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain delivery targets.
Oversee testing, commissioning, and performance validation prior to project completion.
Mentor and support junior engineers and project teams, contributing to their long-term development and growth.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovation, collaboration, and high technical excellence within the project team.
Demonstrate ambition to progress within the business, aligning with structured promotion pathways and leadership development opportunities.

For more information or a confidential discussion about this role and other MEP positions, I'd love to hear from you