Mechanical Project Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working (up to 40% remote)

25 days annual leave

Pension and benefits

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc in London is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to support Temporary Site Services at Old Oak Common Station, a key HS2 site. You will coordinate installation, maintenance and performance of site services, utilities and mechanical systems from planning through to completion.

The role focuses on delivering safe, efficient works, coordinating subcontractors, reviewing drawings, and contributing to programmes and reporting with emphasis on health, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in Mechanical Project Engineer or similar role.
• Background in construction, infrastructure or rail.
• Experience managing mechanical installations and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of temporary mechanical site services across a major infrastructure project.
• Coordinate mechanical installations, maintenance activities and subcontractors.
• Manage temporary utilities including water, drainage, pumping and other site service systems.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure works are delivered safely and to specification.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, materials and supplier partners.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications and installation methodologies.
• Contribute to short-term programmes, work schedules and project reporting.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environment and quality standards.
• Support commissioning, testing and handover activities.
• Collaborate with commercial, operational and design teams to identify project risks and opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical projects

Project management

Coordination

Communication

Safety

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project reporting systems

Job description

About the role

Old Oak Common, London | HS2 Programme

Help deliver one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to support the delivery of Temporary Site Services at Old Oak Common Station, a landmark station at the heart of the HS2 programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer to play a key role in delivering the temporary mechanical infrastructure that enables one of Europe's largest construction sites to operate safely and efficiently. Working alongside the Project Manager, you'll coordinate the installation, maintenance and performance of critical site services, utilities and mechanical systems while supporting project delivery from planning through to completion.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the delivery of temporary mechanical site services across a major infrastructure project
• Coordinating mechanical installations, maintenance activities and associated subcontractors
• Managing temporary utilities, including water, drainage, pumping and other site service systems
• Monitoring construction progress and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification
• Planning and coordinating labour, plant, materials and specialist supply chain partners
• Reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications and installation methodologies
• Contributing to short-term programmes, work schedules and project reporting
• Promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Supporting commissioning, testing and handover activities
• Working collaboratively with commercial, operational and design teams to identify project risks and opportunities

Who we're looking for

Essential

• Experience in a Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Site Engineer, Package Engineer or similar role
• Background in construction, infrastructure, utilities, rail, M&E or major projects
• Experience managing mechanical installations and subcontractor activities
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and site-based engineering delivery
• Excellent organisational, planning and communication skills
• Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• Experience using Microsoft Office and project reporting systems

Desirable

• Experience on major infrastructure, rail or civil engineering projects
• Knowledge of temporary site services, utilities, pumping systems, drainage or water infrastructure
• Understanding of commissioning, testing and handover processes
• Familiarity with project planning, risk management and commercial controls
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Asset & Technology Solutions provides innovative, safe and sustainable solutions to the Balfour Beatty projects across the UK. Our wide range of equipment and services includes HGV’s, tower and crawler cranes, piling equipment, CCTV and security services, survey services and drones, suction excavators, sweepers, modular accommodation and much more.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at [e-mail]