Project Engineer

Allstaff Team; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Allstaff Team is hiring a Project Engineer specialized in Air Conditioning and HVAC systems for Campbells Air Conditioning in Dumbarton, Scotland. The role involves managing HVAC projects, ensuring compliance, and overseeing site operations. Candidates should have a strong background in project engineering with at least 4 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000 is offered, along with company benefits including a vehicle and fuel card.

Benefits

Company vehicle & fuel card

29 days annual leave + additional days

Annual company bonus

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience as a mechanical/HVAC project engineer or similar role.
• Proven track record of project engineering meeting SHEQ standards.
• Competent in reading engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from order to client handover.
• Ensure legal and compliance standards are adhered to.
• Oversee onsite engineers, labourers, and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Understanding HVAC systems

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in mechanical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Monday to Thursday 8 am – 5.00 pm. Friday 8 am – 4.00 pm.

Allstaff Engineering Division are delighted to be partnering exclusively with Campbells Air Conditioning, one of Scotland’s leading HVAC companies. Their employees, customers and supply chain are the heart of their continued success and 2025 is an exciting year to further company growth.

Currently seeking an experienced, confident, Air Conditioning/HVAC/Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team.

This role will involve travelling to sites throughout the central belt approximately 50% of your working week. Own car and driving license are essential. This is a full-time permanent position. Hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am – 5.00 pm. Friday 8 am – 4.00 pm.

Company Benefits:

Ø Company vehicle & fuel card provided

Ø 29 days Annual leave + additional days at various milestones up to 34 days

Ø Bonus – annual company bonus to all employees

Main duties (not limited to) will include managing multiple projects up to the value of £1-2M from receiving the order through to client handover.

• Preparing RAMS and Health & Safety documentation.
• Ensuring all legal and compliance standards are adhered to at all times.
• Liaising with suppliers to negotiate discounts, placing orders, tracking deliveries, and approving invoices.
• Overseeing and coordinating onsite engineers, labourers, subcontractors, and commissioning engineers.
• Scheduling and aligning HVAC tasks with other trades onsite on a weekly basis.
• Attending weekly site meetings to engage with clients and coordinate site personnel.
• Identifying contract variations and additional works, preparing quotations, and obtaining site instructions.
• Anticipating potential project issues or risks, guiding the team in developing solutions, and ensuring their execution.
• Ensuring each project is delivered on time and within budget.
• Compiling O&M manuals and conducting project handovers to clients.

Experience Required

• At least 4 years’ experience as a mechanical/HVAC project engineer or similar role is essential.
• A good understanding of HVAC systems, in particular Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Heating & Plumbing & BMS.
• Degree/HNC/HND in a mechanical discipline (preferred – not essential).
• Proven track record of project engineering on time, cost and to the appropriate SHEQ standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Competent in using Microsoft word, excel, outlook etc. i.e. Microsoft Office on window-based PC’s.
• A full UK driving license.

If you are passionate about air conditioning engineering and meet the above requirements, we would love you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our clients success.

Salary £40,000 – £45,000 depending on experience.

If you are interested in this Project Engineer role then we encourage you to apply for this opportunity or contact us directly.

Allstaff is operating as an Employment Agency for the supply of Permanent and Contract staff employed directly by the hirer.

Starting from £40,000 per annum depending on experience (per year)

Starting from £40,000 per annum depending on experience (per year)

£43,000 - £44,000 following the completion of the competency period. (per year)

£35000 - £45000 depending on experience (per year)

Air-Conditioning / HVAC Project Engineer

Permanent

£38000 - £45000 depending on experience (per year)