Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Solihull is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee mechanical installations for various projects. This full-time role requires expertise in Mechanical Services, with key responsibilities in ensuring compliance, managing project controls, and leading team members. Benefits include a car allowance, private medical cover, and generous holiday options.

Benefits

Car Allowance and Travel Expenses

Private Medical Cover

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing Mechanical Services installation on large-scale construction projects preferred.
• Minimum CSCS and SMSTS accreditation required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation of mechanical elements on assigned projects.
• Ensure work complies with standards, law, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with design teams and clients.

Skills

Technical expertise in Mechanical Services

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Tools

CSCS accreditation

SMSTS accreditation

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join our internal MEP division, Kier Mechanical & Electrical (KME).

KME collaborates internally and with our regional construction teams to deliver MEP solutions across various sectors.

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Hours: Full-time, Permanent

As a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer, you will oversee the installation of mechanical elements on your assigned projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all work complies with Kier standards, UK law, and project requirements, emphasizing safety, quality, and statutory compliance.
• Collaborate with design teams and clients to optimize designs for efficient, safe, and compliant construction.
• Manage project controls, including change management, risk assessment, opportunity identification, and quality assurance.
• Lead and support project team members by setting clear expectations, managing performance, and promoting the Kier "one team" approach.
• Deliver projects within agreed timeframes and budgets, meeting commercial and quality targets.
• Maintain accurate records, especially for mechanical works, and demonstrate sound decision-making aligned with commercial priorities.

Candidate Requirements:

• Technical expertise in Mechanical Services and safety, with relevant industry qualifications.
• CSCS and SMSTS accreditation at minimum.
• Experience overseeing Mechanical Services installation on large-scale construction projects is preferred.

Benefits:

• Car Allowance and Travel Expenses
• Private Medical Cover
• 4x Life Assurance
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days
• Kier Share Incentive Schemes
• Eligibility for Green Car Scheme
• 26 weeks full-pay maternity leave and 8 weeks paternity leave
• Additional flexible benefits via our portal

We welcome transferable skills and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if they don't meet every requirement.

Our Commitment:

• We offer a wide range of benefits tailored to our employees' needs.
• We are committed to diversity and inclusion, continually working to improve our policies and practices.

We ensure fair interview opportunities for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

We look forward to your application to #joinkier #LI-AS2