Lead Mechanical Engineer, Building Services (Manchester)

Waterman Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development & progression

Training & development

Job summary

Waterman Group in Manchester is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the building services team on a range of high-profile projects. You will oversee mechanical design from concept to completion, mentor junior engineers and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires chartered status or active progression toward chartership, a strong track record in building services, and expert knowledge of UK regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
• Significant experience in building services consultancy.
• Proven track record leading complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to completion.
• Act as project lead on selected schemes, ensuring technical excellence, budget control and timely delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians within the team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and external stakeholders.
• Review and approve detailed design calculations, specifications and drawings.
• Drive sustainable and low-carbon design solutions in line with industry best practice.
• Support business development activities, including client engagement and bid preparation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and quality procedures.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or in progress

Job description

Waterman Group in Manchester is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the building services team on a range of high-profile projects. You will oversee mechanical design from concept to completion, mentor junior engineers and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires chartered status or active progression toward chartership, a strong track record in building services, and expert knowledge of UK regulations and industry standards.