Senior Mechanical Engineer

KIER GROUP-1; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their MEP self-delivery team. This role involves managing project risks and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers flexible working options and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in Mechanical Services required.
• CSCS and SMSTS accreditations at minimum.

Responsibilities

• Ensure works are procured, planned, and executed safely.
• Manage project risks, opportunities, and changes.
• Provide leadership to project teams.

Skills

Technical expertise in Mechanical Services

Willingness to learn and develop

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

Job description

Kier Group: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Kier Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our internal MEP self-delivery team.

This role is based on a large-scale project in the Custodial sector, working closely with our Kier Construction business within an integrated MEP self-delivery model.

Location: Isle of Sheppey, Kent

Hours: Full-time, Permanent, with flexible working options available

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all works are procured, planned, and executed safely, in accordance with Kier standards, project requirements, and UK law.
2. Review designs with teams and clients to ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety, while implementing quality control procedures.
3. Manage project risks, opportunities, and changes to maintain project integrity and efficiency.
4. Provide leadership to project teams, ensuring clear expectations, accurate reporting, and project delivery within timelines and budgets.
5. Promote collaboration within Kier’s "one team" model, supporting team development and driving performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Technical expertise in Mechanical Services, with relevant industry qualifications.
• CSCS and SMSTS accreditations at minimum.
• Willingness to learn and develop, with training and progression opportunities provided.

We value potential and transferable skills; even if you don’t meet every requirement, please apply and we can discuss opportunities.

Benefits and Inclusion

We offer a wide range of benefits tailored to individual needs. Details can be found here.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, actively shaping our policies with input from our employees. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here.

Additional Information

This role requires completing a Government Security Check (SC) / Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) during or before employment, conducted by UKSV. Applicants with criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Further pre-employment checks will also apply.

We look forward to your application.