Principal Mechanical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic Property Services team in Manchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead diverse projects across Residential, Commercial, and Healthcare sectors, focusing on sustainability and energy efficiency. You'll collaborate with specialists, manage a portfolio of projects, and contribute to innovative solutions that enhance building performance. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful. If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

9-day fortnight

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle schemes

Stock options

Generous leave

Professional development opportunities

Community groups

Social events

Qualifications

• Qualified or working towards chartered status in engineering.
• Experienced in refurbishment and fit-out projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise team members on various projects.
• Design and monitor projects focusing on energy efficiency.

Skills

Building Services Engineering

Project Management

Technical Due Diligence

Energy Optimization

Communication Skills

Education

Chartered Engineer Status

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

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Principal Mechanical Engineer, Manchester

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Client:

Hoare Lea

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Engineer.
Property Services - Manchester.

About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment across the UK and beyond. Our services include acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security, and sustainability. Our skilled teams use technical expertise to bring buildings to life, ensuring designs are outstanding and operations meet community needs.

We foster an environment where everyone can realize their potential. Joining Hoare Lea means gaining knowledge, supporting wellbeing, and embracing individuality. We offer benefits like a 9-day fortnight, community groups, social events, professional development, private medical cover, electric vehicle schemes, stock options, and generous leave.

Our goal is to enable everyone to develop, give their best, and enjoy their work.

About the role

We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Property Services team in Manchester. This role involves monitoring, optimizing, and creating value in building lifecycle management, with a focus on efficiency and reliability in changing environments.

You will work across Residential, Commercial, and Healthcare sectors, collaborating with specialists in a team that values knowledge and engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Securing projects and servicing clients, supporting regional planning and delivery.
• Leading and supervising team members and staff.
• Collaborating with other teams on various projects.
• Recruiting, training, and developing team talent.
• Designing, specifying, and monitoring projects.
• Monitoring commissioning and post-occupancy activities.
• Writing technical reports such as feasibility studies and surveys.
• Liaising with clients and managing project aspects.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will manage a diverse portfolio of projects mainly in the UK, with some overseas opportunities. You will lead small projects up to a few million pounds and provide technical support to clients and stakeholders.

The main services in Property Services include:

1. Technical Due Diligence – surveys and reports.
2. Plant Replacement – project works up to £3m, including design and project management.
3. Design – innovative solutions for existing buildings across RIBA stages.
4. Maintenance / Operational – inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, energy optimization.
5. Sustainability and Energy Efficiency – projects to reduce energy use and improve building ratings.

Projects span sectors like Commercial, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, and more.

About you

To succeed, you should be:

• Qualified or working towards chartered status.
• Experienced in refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Excellent in English communication.
• Skilled in performance specifications, contract administration, and site duties.
• An all-round Building Services engineer.
• Technically knowledgeable in primary engineering disciplines.
• Familiar with UK and EU regulations.
• Organized with good planning skills.
• Capable of building relationships and influencing others.
• Proven in work winning and team building.