HVAC Project Engineer

T-SQUARED; Swindon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Swindon is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Engineer to manage installation projects from start to finish. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, and excellent commercial acumen. The ideal candidate will oversee project budgets, work with design teams, and ensure quality and safety standards. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including employee ownership opportunities.

Benefits

31 days holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Life insurance

Company pension

Employee discounts

Referral programme

Subsidised health assessments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC project management.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC systems.
• Valid professional certifications (e.g., SMSTS, IOSH) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of HVAC installation projects.
• Administer project contracts and manage client expectations.
• Develop and control project budgets and costs.
• Coordinate site teams and ensure quality control.
• Serve as main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

HVAC systems

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

HVAC Project Engineer

Location : Swindon / Oxford, England

Type : Full-time

Sector : Life Sciences | Engineering | High-Performance Environments

About Us

Here at T‑SQUARED we don’t just design buildings – we Make Space for Genius.

We design, build, validate and maintain highly specialised facilities for scientists and innovators who change the world.

Employee-owned and independent, we offer an end-to-end solution for the complex, dedicated facilities that high-tech regulated industries need. We make and maintain spaces where our clients do amazing things, from preventing the next global pandemic to cutting-edge research at the speed of light. Their work changes the world, and we make it possible.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HVAC Project Engineer to join our established Building Services / HVAC contracting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management, coordination, and delivery of a variety of HVAC installation and refurbishment projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

This role requires a professional with a minimum of five years of demonstrable project delivery experience specifically gained within a building services or HVAC contracting environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Project Execution : Manage all phases of HVAC installation projects, from initial contract award and design review through to commissioning, handover, and final account settlement.
• Contract Management : Administer project contracts, managing scope, variations, and client expectations to ensure project profitability.
• Financial Control : Develop, monitor, and control project budgets, managing procurement, cost forecasting, and subcontractor payments.
• Design Coordination : Liaise effectively with design teams, consultants, and clients. Experience with the Design and Build (D&B) process is highly beneficial, including an ability to review, interpret, and contribute to technical specifications and drawings.
• Team Leadership : Coordinate and supervise site teams, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring efficient resource allocation and a high standard of workmanship.
• Health & Safety : Ensure strict adherence to all site-specific and company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and statutory regulations.
• Quality Assurance : Implement quality control procedures and manage the project commissioning and testing phases to guarantee system performance meets specifications.
• Stakeholder Communication : Serve as the main point of contact for the client, project stakeholders, and internal management, providing regular progress reports.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of continuous, relevant project management or engineering experience gained working directly for a Building Services or HVAC Contractor.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering HVAC-focused projects (e.g., commercial office fit-outs, industrial installations, plant room refurbishments).
• Strong technical understanding of core HVAC systems, including ventilation, air conditioning, heating (boilers / plant), and associated controls.
• Excellent commercial acumen, including experience with contract negotiation, variation management, and cost control.
• Demonstrable ability read, interpret, and produce technical drawings, schematics, and project specifications.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Valid relevant professional certification (e.g., SMSTS, IOSH) is highly desirable.

Desirable Attributes

• Direct experience managing projects under a Design and Build (D&B) contract model.
• Relevant technical qualification (e.g., HNC / HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related field).
• Familiarity with relevant UK building regulations and standards.

Why Join T‑SQUARED?

Make a Real Impact – We have been involved in projects that have had a positive societal impact which have supported medical research, pandemic prevention and public health.

Employee Ownership - T-SQUARED is an employee‑owned and independent business. As a member of our team, you will own a share of the company, through our employee‑ownership trust.

Career Progression – Become part of a well‑established successful company where your potential to lead is cultivated from the start, and we actively invest in employee development through training, and provide support for professional certifications and charterships.

Competitive Package – We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with opportunities to travel and gain a variety of experiences. We also offer a yearly performance‑based bonus.

Project Ownership – Due to our integrated model, you are involved from design right through to maintenance, which means you have direct client contact and have influence across the full lifecycle of projects which makes your work more meaningful and varied.

Trusted Name in The Industry - We have been building specialist facilities for over 20 years and are trusted by some of the world’s leading science and healthcare organisations. Our reputation is built on quality, reliability and long‑term partnerships.

Benefits

• 31 days holidays (inclusive of public holidays)
• Annual Bonus scheme linked to Company performance
• Life Insurance
• Company Pension
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Programme
• Subsidised Health Assessments