Mechanical Project Engineer — Lead Complex M&E Projects

CIBSE Journal; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Training opportunity

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a driven Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee a key Wiltshire-based project, with future work across the Midlands and South. You will ensure safe, compliant, and quality delivery of mechanical packages on complex schemes while coordinating with design teams, suppliers, and clients.

The role requires strong technical and commercial acumen, CSCS proficiency, and the ability to lead site activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer in an M&E or main contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services (HVAC, pipework, plant rooms).
• Experience delivering projects in Education, MoJ, healthcare or regulated sectors is advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project financials.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider project team.
• Relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (HNC/HND/Degree preferred).
• CSCS card (relevant level).
• Security clearance (or willingness and eligibility to obtain it) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the mechanical installation and commissioning process from pre–construction through to handover.
• Coordinate with design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review and manage technical drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and programme milestones.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company standards.
• Attend and lead site meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Support procurement activities and manage subcontractor performance.
• Assist in managing project documentation and reporting.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Building services

HVAC

Project delivery

Commercial awareness

Communication

CSCS card

Security clearance

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

CIBSE Journal is seeking a driven Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee a key Wiltshire-based project, with future work across the Midlands and South. You will ensure safe, compliant, and quality delivery of mechanical packages on complex schemes while coordinating with design teams, suppliers, and clients.

The role requires strong technical and commercial acumen, CSCS proficiency, and the ability to lead site activities.