Mechanical Project Engineer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Truro; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Holiday

Healthcare

Additional benefits

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Cornwall is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to support the delivery of a major mechanical package on a permanent basis. The role focuses on delivering from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover with a salary between £50,000 and £65,000 plus a full benefits package.

You will coordinate mechanical activities across the project lifecycle, manage procurement and subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time and budget-conscious delivery while working closely

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mechanical projects from design through to installation and commissioning.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, subcontractors and project teams.
• Familiarity with mechanical building services and infrastructure projects.
• Health and safety qualifications such as SMSTS, SSSTS and CSCS are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage mechanical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate mechanical activities across multiple projects.
• Review designs and documentation for compliance with standards.
• Procure mechanical equipment, materials and subcontract packages.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders for successful delivery.
• Monitor installation, quality, and programme performance.
• Support commissioning, testing and handover activities.
• Carry out site inspections and quality audits.
• Contribute to planning, cost control and reporting.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Procurement

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Site delivery

Education

HNC/ HND or equivalent

Job description

A permanent Mechanical Project Engineer position is available in Cornwall with an established construction firm, offering a salary between £50,000 and £65,000 plus a full benefits package. This role supports the delivery of a significant local project, focusing on mechanical packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Responsibilities include coordination, procurement, and managing subcontractors to ensure safe, on-time, and budget-conscious delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams and suppliers, applying their mechanical expertise to uphold high quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. This is a key position for a mechanically biased professional seeking a substantial project in the South West.

Mechanical Project Engineer
Type: Permanent
Location: Cornwall

An established construction business is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of a large project in Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer to play a key role in the coordination, procurement and delivery of mechanical packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with project teams, suppliers and subcontractors, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

The Role

• As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and managing mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinating mechanical engineering activities across multiple projects.
• Reviewing technical designs, specifications and documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Managing the procurement of mechanical equipment, materials and subcontract packages.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitoring installation activities, quality standards and programme performance.
• Supporting commissioning, testing and project handover activities.
• Carrying out site inspections, quality audits and technical reviews.
• Assisting with project reporting, planning and cost control.
• Promoting best practice in health, safety, quality and environmental performance.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and modern methods of project delivery.

What’s needed from you

• We are looking for a motivated and technically capable Mechanical Engineer who has experience delivering projects within construction, engineering, manufacturing, utilities or industrial environments.
• Experience delivering mechanical engineering projects from design through to installation and commissioning.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, subcontractors and project teams.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services, industrial, manufacturing or infrastructure projects.
• Experience monitoring project programmes, quality standards and commercial performance.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools and modern project delivery methods.

Qualifications

• HNC/ HND or equivalent in a related discipline.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications such as SMSTS, SSSTS and CSCS
• IOSH (desirable)
• Professional membership or working towards chartered status would be advantageous.

Attributes

• Strong technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to project delivery.
• Team-oriented with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Package and Benefits

A highly competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, including car allowance, holiday, healthcare and more! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation delivering a diverse range of engineering projects, offering excellent career progression and long-term development opportunities.