Mechanical Engineer

Dornan Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Group in London is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical delivery on a high-profile site from design through to commissioning. You will coordinate technical design with on-site installation, manage procurement, monitor progress, and mentor junior engineers while upholding health, safety and environmental standards across the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, good commercial awareness, and collaboration with the design team and

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge within a mechanical engineering role.
• Good commercial awareness within construction projects.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical design, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Resolve technical issues efficiently to maintain project progress.
• Manage procurement processes from enquiry through to delivery on site.
• Monitor site progress against the construction programme.
• Work closely with the design team and supply chain to ensure successful delivery and handover.
• Prepare risk assessments, method statements, and ensure strong Health & Safety standards on site.
• Lead supply chain coordination meetings to maintain progress and resource alignment.
• Support project close-out activities and reporting with the Project Manager.
• Mentor and train Junior Engineers.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Commercial awareness

HSE standards

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join a major Project in London. This is an opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile site, leading mechanical delivery and helping drive project excellence from start to completion.

Your Team

You’ll join a hardworking, ambitious, and supportive team where your ideas matter and your development is genuinely prioritised. At Dornan, we invest in long-term career growth through structured progression pathways and continuous training support.

The Role

The Senior Mechanical Project Engineer will coordinate technical design with on-site installation through to successful commissioning, ensuring Dornan's vision, mission, and values are delivered throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Coordinate mechanical design, installation, and commissioning activities.

• Resolve technical issues efficiently to maintain project progress.


• Manage procurement processes from enquiry through to delivery on site.


• Monitor site progress against the construction programme.


• Work closely with the design team and supply chain to ensure successful delivery and handover.


• Prepare risk assessments, method statements, and ensure strong Health & Safety standards on site.


• Lead supply chain coordination meetings to maintain progress and resource alignment.


• Support project close-out activities and reporting with the Project Manager.


• Mentor and train Junior Engineers.

About You

Your Experience

• Strong technical knowledge within a mechanical engineering role.


• Good commercial awareness within construction projects.


• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline.


• Previous experience working within the construction industry.

To find out more information please contact Sean Hitchman on 07553 002453 / [e-mail]

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