Senior Mechanical Engineer

Dornan Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Group in London is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical delivery on a major Data Centre project. You will coordinate design, installation, and commissioning, ensuring alignment with the company's vision and project goals.

The role requires strong technical knowledge in mechanical engineering, construction industry experience, and a solid grasp of HSE standards to drive on-site delivery and successful handover.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Experience in the construction industry is essential.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical design, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Resolve technical issues efficiently to maintain project progress.
• Manage procurement processes from enquiry through to delivery on site.
• Monitor site progress against the construction programme.
• Work closely with the design team and supply chain to ensure successful delivery and handover.
• Prepare risk assessments, method statements, and ensure strong Health & Safety standards on site.
• Lead supply chain coordination meetings to maintain progress and resource alignment.
• Support project close-out activities and reporting with the Project Manager.
• Mentor and train Junior Engineers.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Commercial awareness

HSE standards

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join a major Data Centre Project in London. This is an opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile site, leading mechanical delivery and helping drive project excellence from start to completion.

Your Team

You'll join a hardworking, ambitious, and supportive team where your ideas matter and your development is genuinely prioritised. At Dornan, we invest in long-term career growth through structured progression pathways and continuous training support.

The Role

The Senior Mechanical Project Engineer will coordinate technical design with on-site installation through to successful commissioning, ensuring Dornan's vision, mission, and values are delivered throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical design, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Resolve technical issues efficiently to maintain project progress.
• Manage procurement processes from enquiry through to delivery on site.
• Monitor site progress against the construction programme.
• Work closely with the design team and supply chain to ensure successful delivery and handover.
• Prepare risk assessments, method statements, and ensure strong Health & Safety standards on site.
• Lead supply chain coordination meetings to maintain progress and resource alignment.
• Support project close-out activities and reporting with the Project Manager.
• Mentor and train Junior Engineers.

About You

Your Experience

• Strong technical knowledge within a mechanical engineering role.
• Good commercial awareness within construction projects.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Previous experience working within the construction industry.

To find out moreinformation please contact Sean Hitchman on 07553 002453 / [e-mail]

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