Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

People Group Limited; Chalfont St Giles, Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional package

Job summary

People Group Limited is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead multiple HS2-related projects in Buckinghamshire. Initial work from our London office, transitioning to a Chalfont St Giles project office as projects advance toward construction.

Handover planned for 2030, with potential move into project management as construction begins. 85k–90k plus package.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC/NVQ L3/L4 in mechanical engineering or building services.
• Degree in Project Management or Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical building services engineering.
• Strong understanding of codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Experience in rail or airport environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver several related HS2 projects from London office to a Chalfont St Giles project office.
• Assist with project handover into construction phases, targeting 2030 handover.
• Progress into project management as construction phases begin and projects mature.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Resource allocation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Rail/airport experience

Education

ONC/HNC/NVQ L3/L4 Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Project Management or Engineering Degree

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Buckinghamshire – HS2

85k – 90k + Package

We are working with one of the UK's biggest engineering firm, with a long–standing history of delivering key projects in the UK rail sector.

We need an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Engineer would be content to initially work from the London office before moving to a project office based in Chalfont St Giles who will be focused on delivering several individual but related projects on HS2. Project handover date 2030. Scope to move into project management position available as the contract moves into the construction phases.

• ONC/HNC/ NVQ L3/L4 Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• Project Management or Engineering Degree

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical building services engineering.
• Strong understanding of codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex engineering projects.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team–oriented environment.
• Experience working within a rail or airport environment is preferred, not essential, but must have similar experience working in live operational environments.

Exceptional company package on top of agreed salary.