Project Engineer

Temple Construction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site-Based Project Engineer to oversee the installation, commissioning, and handover of mechanical building services on commercial and mixed-use construction projects in Northampton. The role starts with TBC and runs for approximately 18 months on a site-based basis.

You will manage day-to-day mechanical services installation activities, coordinate subcontractors and direct labour, and ensure works align with drawings, specifications and

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience within mechanical building services contracting.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, public health, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day mechanical services installation activities on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour.
• Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays.
• Attend site coordination, progress, and client meetings.
• Coordinate works with main contractors and other trades.
• Ensure installations comply with design drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Review and interpret mechanical services drawings and specifications.
• Carry out site surveys and identify design or installation issues.
• Raise and manage RFIs; update red-line drawings.
• Assist in the production and management of as-installed drawings.
• Support value engineering and problem-solving initiatives.
• Conduct installation inspections and quality checks.
• Manage snagging activities and monitor close-out of defects.
• Ensure handover documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Promote safe working practices on site.
• Participate in toolbox talks, site audits, and safety inspections.
• Assist with RAMS reviews and permit management.

Skills

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

On-site coordination

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Temple are seeking an experienced Site-Based Project Engineer to oversee and coordinate the installation, commissioning, and handover of mechanical building services systems on commercial and mixed-use construction projects.

Start: TBC

Location: Northampton - initial project

Duration: 18 months

Key Responsibilities:

Project Delivery Manage day-to-day mechanical services installation activities on site. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour. Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays. Attend site coordination, progress, and client meetings. Coordinate works with main contractors and other trades. Ensure installations comply with design drawings, specifications, and project requirements. Technical Management Review and interpret mechanical services drawings and specifications. Carry out site surveys and identify design or installation issues. Raise and manage RFIs Review and update red-line drawings throughout the project lifecycle. Assist in the production and management of as-installed drawings. Support value engineering and problem-solving initiatives. Quality Assurance: Conduct installation inspections and quality checks. Ensure compliance with company QA procedures and project specifications. Manage snagging activities and monitor close-out of defects. Ensure handover documentation is completed accurately and on time. Health & Safety Promote safe working practices on site. Ensure compliance with company and client health and safety procedures. Participate in toolbox talks, site audits, and safety inspections. Assist with RAMS reviews and permit management.

Essential requirements:

HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline. Minimum 3 years' experience within mechanical building services contracting. Strong understanding of HVAC, public health, and mechanical systems. Experience working on live construction projects. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organisational and communication skills.