Project Engineer

Phoenix ME Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix ME Limited is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and oversee the mechanical and electrical aspects of construction projects in the Greater London area. You will work closely with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and site teams to install and commission systems to specification, budget, and schedule.

This role requires strong M&E knowledge, site safety focus, and the ability to manage procurement, testing, commissioning, and close-out documentation, while promoting

Qualifications

• CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
• Relevant Black Managers Skill card (CSCS, ECS or Skill card)
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, such as chilled water systems, rotating equipment, piping, pumps, vacuum systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Familiarity with construction site operations, engineering drawings, and regulatory standards
• Experience working on capital equipment projects in manufacturing, energy, or large-scale infrastructure
• Risk-based training such as Asbestos Awareness, Risk Assessment Training, Manual Handling Training, and/or Temporary Works
• Experience in reviewing RAMS

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: Execute the design, installation, and maintenance of M&E systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance: Ensure project activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining compliance with site requirements and industry standards.
• Programme and Procurement: Develop and manage project timelines to ensure on-time delivery and coordinate procurement activities.
• Operations Control: Execute installation and integration of mechanical and electrical systems; diagnose faults and escalate as needed.
• Quality and Close Out: Attend final site inspections, document OQ activities, address defects, and prepare close-out reports.

Skills

M&E systems knowledge

Site coordination

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

SharePoint

ACC

InnDex

Openspace

Job description

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the mechanical and electrical aspects of construction projects. Working closely with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and site teams, the Project Engineer ensures that mechanical and electrical systems are installed and commissioned according to specifications, budget, and schedule while meeting safety and quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Coordination

• Execute the design, installation, and maintenance of M&E systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Attend site inspections and review technical drawings.
• Carry out testing and commissioning activities to validate system performance and functionality.
• Apply industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements within M&E projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
• Monitor progress of M&E installations, reporting any discrepancies or issues to supervisors.
• Ensure available Company Digital Operations tools such as SharePoint, ACC, InnDex, and Openspace are utilised consistently.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure project activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining compliance with site requirements and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for equipment installation and construction work.
• Promote a safety-first culture among project teams and contractors, ensuring proper handling and installation of pressure vessels, bulk storage systems, and hazardous materials.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and safety meetings.
• Undertaking weekly H&S management inspections
• Consult with staff at all levels to identify and manage risk.
• Ensure sub-contractors provide weekly H&S returns.
• Act on site hazards raised.

Programme and Procurement

• Develop and manage project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate procurement activities to source and secure necessary materials and equipment.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure quality and compliance with technical specifications.
• Monitor supply chain constraints and address procurement risks proactively.

Operations Control

• Execute installation and integration of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults, inefficiencies, and defects, escalating to the Project Manager where required.
• Conduct equipment checks, calibration, and maintenance routines.
• Resolve engineering challenges and collaborate with stakeholders to identify solutions.

Quality and Close Out

• Attend final site inspections to validate compliance with specifications and industry standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of operational qualification activities.
• Address any defects or required modifications before project handover.
• Prepare close-out reports and lessons learned to optimise future projects.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Relevant Black Managers Skill card (CSCS, ECS or Skill card)

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, such as chilled water systems, rotating equipment, piping, pumps, vacuum systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics

Familiarity with construction site operations, engineering drawings, and regulatory standards

Experience working on capital equipment projects in manufacturing, energy, or large-scale infrastructure

Risk-based training such as Asbestos Awareness, Risk Assessment Training, Manual Handling Training, and/or Temporary Works

Experience in reviewing RAMS

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities.

OUR VALUES

• Embody boldness and ambition to exceed goals by setting high personal and professional standards
• Act with courage, voicing ideas or concerns with confidence while remaining resilient in the face of challenges
• Foster empowerment by creating an environment where everyone feels capable, trusted, and supported
• Promote innovation by sharing fresh ideas and new methods to drive continuous improvement
• Champion a culture of togetherness and inclusion by acting with mutual respect and integrity