Mechanical Project Engineer

Solution Search Limited - M&E Contracting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension

Bonus

Private healthcare

Career progression

Job summary

Solution Search Limited - M&E Contracting in London seeks a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical packages on high-value commercial fit-out projects. You will work with Project Managers, design teams and subcontractors to ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget.

From pre-construction to commissioning and handover, you will oversee design reviews, procurement coordination and site installation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer within Building Services or M&E.

Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of mechanical packages on large-scale commercial fit-out projects.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinating design, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Managing subcontractors and specialist supply chain partners.
• Monitoring project progress and supporting programme delivery.
• Attending client, consultant, and site coordination meetings.
• Managing RFIs, technical submissions, and design queries.
• Supporting commercial teams with variations and project reporting.
• Ensuring all works comply with current industry standards and regulations.
• Assisting with testing, commissioning, snagging, and final handovers.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project reporting

Programme management

Communication

Organization

Mechanical project engineering

Education

HNC/HND/Degree

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: London

Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer ready to take the next step in your career, or a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer looking to work on some of London's most prestigious fit-out projects?

Our client is a leading M&E contractor renowned for delivering high-value commercial fit-out projects across London. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued business growth, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join their project delivery team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on flagship commercial developments, overseeing complex mechanical packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.

The Role

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of mechanical building services packages on major commercial fit-out projects. Working closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Design Teams, and subcontractors, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of mechanical packages on large-scale commercial fit-out projects.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinating design, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Managing subcontractors and specialist supply chain partners.
• Monitoring project progress and supporting programme delivery.
• Attending client, consultant, and site coordination meetings.
• Managing RFIs, technical submissions, and design queries.
• Supporting commercial teams with variations and project reporting.
• Ensuring all works comply with current industry standards and regulations.
• Assisting with testing, commissioning, snagging, and final handovers.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer within the Building Services or M&E sector.
• Strong experience delivering commercial fit-out projects.
• Excellent technical knowledge of mechanical building services installations, including HVAC, ventilation, pipework, public health, and BMS interfaces.
• Experience coordinating projects from design through to handover.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Relevant mechanical qualifications (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent).
• Experience with project reporting, procurement, and programme management.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive package including car allowance, pension, bonus, and private healthcare.
• Opportunity to work on landmark commercial fit-out projects across London.
• Clear career progression into Project Management and Senior Leadership roles.
• Long-term pipeline of secured, high-profile projects.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a market-leading contractor delivering some of London's most exciting commercial fit-out schemes. You'll be part of a highly experienced team, working on fast-track projects for prestigious clients while enjoying excellent career development and earning potential.