Mechanical Project Engineer

Vertical Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager in Ipswich/Suffolk to manage new-build mechanical projects across multiple sectors. The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical background and be ready to take ownership of projects, ensuring delivery is safe, timely, and within budget. This role allows for development into a more senior position as you manage project execution from pre-construction to completion, coordinating teams and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Project Engineer or Mechanical Site Manager looking to advance.
• Solid mechanical background with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical works on new-build projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Oversee programme delivery and ensure milestones are met.
• Manage quality control and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Monitor costs and assist with variations and commercial control.
• Report project progress to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Health & safety compliance

Job description

Location: Ipswich / Suffolk (Projects across Cambridge, Basildon, Norwich and surrounding areas)

Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

The Role

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manager to join a growing M&E contractor delivering new-build projects across multiple sectors. This role suits someone technically strong who is ready to take ownership of projects and develop into a more senior position over time.

You will be responsible for managing mechanical packages from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Project Sectors

• Commercial
• Education
• Residential / Accommodation
• Power & infrastructure-related projects

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical works on new-build projects from start to finish
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Oversee programme delivery and ensure milestones are met
• Manage quality control and commissioning of mechanical systems
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams
• Monitor costs and assist with variations and commercial control
• Report project progress to senior management

Candidate Profile

This is not a senior-level role. The client is looking for someone dependable and capable, with the ambition to grow into a Mechanical Project Manager position.

• Mechanical Project Engineer looking to step up
• Mechanical Site Manager

The client is open to developing and moulding the right person, provided they have a solid mechanical background and the right attitude.