Mechanical Project Engineer

Apex Resourcing Solutions Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E contractor is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Engineer to lead their HVAC division. You will manage and deliver various mechanical projects, collaborating with teams and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has proven HVAC installation experience and strong leadership skills. The role offers benefits including a company vehicle and private health cover.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Private Health Cover

Pension

26 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC installation and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems in M&E projects.
• Leadership skills to grow and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC installations including ductwork and air conditioning.
• Manage project lifecycle from tender to commissioning.
• Recruit and develop a team of HVAC engineers.

Skills

HVAC installation

Project delivery

Leadership

Communication

Education

F-Gas Certification

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: Having been awarded several new contracts, this leading well-established M&E Contractor is recruiting for an experienced HVAC Project Engineer.

The Position

As the Project Engineer you will be responsible for leading and growing the HVAC division. This is a hands-on, pivotal role that not only requires technical expertise in installation and project delivery but also strong leadership skills to develop a growing team of engineers.

You will play a key role in managing and delivering a wide variety of mechanical projects—ranging from £5,000 to £500,000 in HVAC-specific scope—within contracts that span a total Mechanical & Electrical value between £30,000 and £1.5 million. You\'ll collaborate closely with their experienced teams of plumbers, electricians, and heating engineers, reporting back to the office team with progress, pricing, and strategic updates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC installations including ductwork, air conditioning, MVHR, VRF systems, and fan coil units
• Manage full project lifecycle—from tender and pricing through to commissioning and handover
• Work alongside project management to ensure seamless integration across plumbing, heating, and electrical services
• Recruit, develop, and manage a team of HVAC engineers as the department scales
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards
• Travel to project sites as required (80% local, some occasional national travel)

The Person

• Proven experience in HVAC installation and project delivery
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and coordination in M&E projects
• Experience pricing and tendering for projects
• Leadership skills with the desire and capability to grow and mentor a team
• F-Gas certified and full UK driving licence
• Competence in basic design calculations and duct sizing
• Comfortable working across projects of varying size and complexity
• Strong communication and reporting skills for collaboration with the office team

Certifications Required: Valid F-Gas Certificate, Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable (But Not Essential):

• Knowledge of renewable technologies such as air source heat pumps and solar integration
• CAD or system design familiarity

Benefits

Company Vehicle, Fuel Card, Company Phone, Private Health Cover, Pension, 26 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

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