Mechanical Project Engineer

People Group; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Job summary

A leading global construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead the mechanical package for a large-scale Research and Testing Facility in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will have a solid mechanical engineering background with expertise in HVAC systems, project management, and health and safety practices. This role includes overseeing all mechanical interfaces and ensuring technical compliance. The company offers 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with a focus on sustainability and effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering background with understanding of HVAC and public health.
• Proven ability to manage mechanical systems through all project phases.
• Experience in delivering mechanical packages on major projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of mechanical scope on complex projects.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for timely service delivery.
• Oversee mechanical interfaces and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

HVAC systems

Public health services

Construction planning

Health and safety practices

Commissioning processes

Education

BTEC / HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Construction scheduling tools

Job description

A leading global construction and consultancy firm—renowned for delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects across sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, and commercial—currently seeks an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer.

This role will be responsible for leading the mechanical package on a large-scale Research and Testing Facility based in Oxfordshire, which is currently in pre‑construction and scheduled for completion in mid‑2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of the mechanical scope, working closely with internal teams and coordinating with other disciplines and subcontractors.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely, safe, and high‑quality delivery of services and installations.
• Oversee all mechanical interfaces across packages and workstreams, ensuring technical compliance with project specifications.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including the client, design teams, and site teams.
• Identify risks within the mechanical scope and implement mitigation strategies to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Support the project’s sustainability and carbon reduction objectives through effective management of plant selection, materials, and methodologies.
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Requirements:

• Strong mechanical engineering background, with a solid understanding of HVAC systems, public health services, plant rooms, and commissioning processes.
• Proven ability to manage mechanical systems through design, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Experience delivering complex mechanical packages on major building services projects.
• Proficiency in construction planning, scheduling, and managing work packages from pre‑construction through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices, including lifting operations, confined spaces, pressure systems, and site logistics.
• Sound understanding of quality assurance and commissioning procedures, including IST processes and integrated systems testing.
• Relevant qualifications such as BTEC / HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• CSCS Card and SMSTS certification.

For more information, or to apply, contact: [e-mail]