Mechanical Project Engineer

Galliford Try Plc; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in South Oxfordshire is looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their Environment Business. The role involves managing wastewater non-infrastructure projects, coordinating with subcontractors, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in infrastructure project delivery and excellent communication and time-management skills. This opportunity supports career growth, offers a collaborative work environment, and includes various employee benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement and a comprehensive pension plan.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle-to-Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering infrastructure projects.
• Strong awareness of QA and H&S procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support management and delivery of wastewater projects.
• Engage and manage subcontractors during project.
• Attend design and site meetings, monitor project costs.

Skills

Infrastructure project delivery

Mechanical qualifications

NEC 4 contractual requirements

Sustainable development awareness

Time-management skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Job description

We have a career growth opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our team at Galliford Try, working on our Wessex Water Frameworks within the Environment Business.

What you will be doing

• Reporting to the Project Manager, you will support the management and delivery of wastewater non‑infrastructure projects from early scoping through to construction completion, including site investigations, initial surveys, and developing construction and design strategies.
• Support the full project lifecycle: planning, investigation, design, construction and hand‑over.
• Develop and manage operational documentation for the construction phase.
• Secure all required external permits and approvals for construction to begin.
• Engage and manage subcontractors through investigation, design and build stages.
• Serve as a key point of contact between the client, third‑party stakeholders and internal teams to ensure effective scheduling and communication.
• Attend and contribute to design, progress and site meetings, monitoring programme progress and project costs.
• Participate in internal and external programme reviews and input into financial reporting (e.g., Cost to Complete, budget tracking).
• Use the company's Common Data Environment (CDE) to follow and maintain established delivery processes and procedures.
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping to develop skills and promote a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of infrastructure project delivery and appropriate Mechanical qualifications.
• Understanding of NEC 4 contractual requirements.
• A strong awareness of sustainable development and the company’s commitments.
• Extensive sound knowledge of current legislation and the ability to work in accordance with QA and H&S procedures, with awareness and understanding of CDM.
• Excellent time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, the ability to present points for discussion and provide constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated teamwork, diversity awareness, and a commitment to team objectives.

Key Attributes

Desire to understand and promote the company purpose, vision, values and culture; organised, structured and professional with a passion for excellence; flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders; strong ethical standards and openness; committed to excellent customer service; self‑starter with a can‑do attitude; dedicated to working together to achieve results.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a long‑term health condition or disability who meets the essential criteria for the advertised position. We will discuss any adjustments required for your interview. This role is open to candidates who would like to work full‑time, reduced hours or flexibly.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, and the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
• Corporate discounts.
• Cycle‑to‑Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Save‑as‑You‑Earn share‑purchase scheme.
• Private medical scheme options.
• Employee assistance programme with free 24/7 support.
• Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.

About the Team

Our Environment Business provides “source to sea” asset delivery capability across the UK and Scotland, working on both Frameworks and Stand‑alone projects. Joining our team offers the chance to work on exciting projects and realise long‑held career goals.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Environment business, please contact Ryan De Stadler.