Mechanical Project Engineer

Galliford Try Holdings plc; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer in Normanton and Altofts to lead engineering projects in the water industry. The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent and proven water industry experience. Responsibilities include managing mechanical projects from design through to completion, ensuring safety and technical standards. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a thriving company.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the water industry or similar regulated environment.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering aspects of water projects from concept to completion.
• Deliver various M&E schemes including pumping stations and chlorination plants.
• Prepare and review health and safety documentation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Mechanical ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to hire directly and will be in touch with our PSL agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Mechanical Project Engineer – Environment

Location: Cambridge (regional travel required)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Environment team in the Cambridge region, working on high value clean and wastewater projects on our South Staffs Water Framework.

Ideally you will be based in the Cambridge area and be willing to travel for work across the region.

Purpose of the Role

You will play a key role in the successful delivery of mechanical projects within the water industry, supporting schemes of varying size and complexity. You'll lead engineering delivery from design through to completion, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering aspects of water and wastewater projectsहरेच्छ from concept to completion.
• Deliver a range of M&E schemes including pumping stations, dosing systems, chlorination plants and associated civil structures.
• Carry out early site investigations and liaise with clients, designers, and project teams to define and develop project requirements.
• Prepare and review health and safety documentation including risk assessments, method statements and project management plans.
• Manage procurement of materials and support subcontractor engagement.
• Attend factory and site testing, commissioning activities and client training sessions.
• Participate in design reviews and hazard studies to develop safe, innovative solutions.
• Support cost control, budgeting and commercial management activities.
• Develop and review inspection and test plans (ITPs), ensuring quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to the preparation and close‑out of project documentation, including "as built" drawings, commissioning manuals, and O&M manuals.
• Promote a proactive approach to Health & Safety and environmental compliance across all project stages.

About You

You will be an experienced and motivated Mechanical Project Engineer with a background in the water industry, able to manage technical requirements and drive high‑quality delivery across multiple projects.

Essential

• An industry‑applicable Mechanical ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent.
• Proven experience in the water industry or similar regulated environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems such as pumping stations, dosing systems and process plant.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Proficient in Microsoft(rename; Office including Project).
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Passionate about delivering quality, safety and innovation.

Desirable

• Experience in chemical dosing systems.
• Experience leading or supporting multi‑disciplinary project delivery teams.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and industry standards.

Personal Attributes

• Aligned to Galliford Try's values – Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration.
• Aина‑starter with a proactive mindset and a can‑do attitude.
• Organised, structured, and professional, with a passion for continual improvement.
• Flexible, resilient, and able to influence and build relationships at all levels.

What We Can Offer

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long‑held career goals. You will join diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we are poised for further growth and success.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase furtherጎ.
• A wide range of corporate discounts.
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• Cycle to Work schemes.
Comprehensive pension plan.
• Regular Save as You/