Mobilisation Engineer

Cambridge Maintenance Services; St. Ives; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Family-Friendly Benefits

Pension scheme with Scottish Widows

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Death in Service Cover

Employee Referral Scheme

Wellbeing Support (360)

Job summary

Cambridge Maintenance Services is seeking a Mobilisation Engineer to drive the successful mobilisation of contracts across the UK. You will work with operational teams, estimators and subcontractors to ensure timely, compliant mobilisation aligned with client requirements.

The role involves site surveys, asset verification, cost planning, and transitioning contracts into live operation, with home-based work following initial site attendance. Travel across the UK is expected.

Qualifications

• Essential: Mechanical, electrical, or A/C eng qualification (City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience in M&E, Building Services, or Facilities Management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with clients, engineers, and internal teams.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Support mobilisation of new and existing contracts across the UK.
• Conduct site visits, asset verification, and condition surveys.
• Review estimator pricing and assist with mobilisation cost plans and budget control.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for maintenance schedules and site information.
• Work with operations, HR, health & safety, quality and other teams to ensure smooth mobilisation.
• Capture, validate and import asset data into systems.
• Support tender submissions when required.
• Prepare reports, conduct risk assessments and identify gaps in client information.
• Provide engineering support during early stages of mobilisation.

Skills

M&E engineering

Organisation

Communication

Problem solving

Independent & team work

UK Driving Licence

Travel readiness

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical/AC Engineering

Tools

CAFM software

Asset data management

Job description

About Cambridge Maintenance Services Limited

Cambridge Maintenance Services is a nationwide supplier of mechanical and electrical building services maintenance with over 34 years of experience in delivering its building services maintenance to the corporate, healthcare, education, retail, transport and manufacturing sectors. It also ensures optimum energy efficiency for every property portfolio it manages.

We are experts in delivering compliant, safe, and efficient workplaces. Our nationwide building services maintenance solutions span the corporate, healthcare, education, retail, transport, and manufacturing sectors. Using advanced technology and data, we provide cutting‑edge maintenance services that are trusted by major managing agents and independent clients alike. As a multi-award‑winning business, our local teams are dedicated to providing personalised FM services that meet your specific needs.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Mobilisation Engineer to play a key role in the successful delivery of newly awarded and existing contracts across the UK. Working closely with operational teams, estimators, clients and subcontractors, you'll help ensure contracts are mobilised efficiently, on time, and in line with client requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where no two days are the same. You'll be involved in everything from site surveys and asset verification through to cost planning, contractor coordination and supporting the transition of contracts into live operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the mobilisation of new and existing contracts across the UK.
• Conducting site visits, asset verification, and condition surveys.
• Reviewing estimator pricing and assisting with mobilisation cost plans and budget control.
• Coordinating with subcontractors to arrange maintenance schedules and obtain site information.
• Working closely with Operations, HR, Health & Safety, Quality, and other internal teams to ensure a seamless mobilisation process.
• Capturing, validating, and importing asset data into operational systems.
• Supporting tender and pre‑qualification submissions when required.
• Preparing reports, conducting risk assessments, and identifying any gaps or exceptions in client information.
• Providing engineering support during the early stages of contract mobilisation where required.

Location:

The candidate will be based within a commutable distance of St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The role will initially involve regular attendance at our Head Office and client sites before transitioning to a predominantly home‑based position. Regular travel and occasional overnight stays will be required.

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours between Monday - Friday. Overtime expected and available.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Air Conditioning Engineering (e.g. City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent).
• Solid experience within an M&E, Building Services, or Facilities Management environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with clients, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel to sites nationwide, including occasional overnight stays.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Multi‑skilled background across multiple M&E disciplines.
• Experience in contract mobilisation, asset verification, condition surveys, or maintenance planning.
• Experience working in a client‑facing role.
• Experience with CAFM systems and asset data management.
• Flexible approach with the ability to respond to changing business needs at short notice.
• Experience reviewing quotations, estimates, or maintenance cost plans.

What We Offer

• Enhanced Family-Friendly Benefits
• Fertility Treatment Leave
• Pension scheme with Scottish Widows
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Death in Service Cover
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Employee & Family 360 Wellbeing Support
• Employee of the Month Recognition Scheme
• Career development and internal mobility across the Mecsia Group