Senior MEP Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A built environment consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior MEP Engineer to lead and deliver MEP projects, mentor junior colleagues, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or relevant qualifications, significant experience in mechanical and electrical systems, and have a clean driving licence with flexibility for travel. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Private Healthcare

Pension

Professional Development

Other Benefits

Qualifications

• Significant experience in MEP surveys, asset condition assessments, and project delivery.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems and compliance regulations.
• Flexible and willing to travel across the UK with a clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver MEP surveys and inspections across mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.
• Lead project teams and ensure compliance with standards and client requirements.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and surveyors.

Skills

Expertise in mechanical and electrical systems

Leadership skills

Understanding of compliance and building regulations

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Senior MEP Engineer

North West, hybrid with regular site travel

£50,000 - £70,000 + Flexible Working + Private Healthcare + Pension + Professional Development + Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP Engineer to lead complex projects, combining hands‑on technical work with project management and mentoring to support a growing team and drive departmental success.

Are you an MEP Engineer with deep expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, looking for a role where you can lead projects, mentor a team, and drive excellence across complex projects?

Established for over 30 years, this built environment consultancy has evolved from a specialist CAD provider to a multidisciplinary firm delivering services across healthcare, education, housing, cultural, and heritage sectors. With offices in Bournemouth and Manchester, they are renowned for their friendly culture, excellent retention, and forward‑thinking approach to quality, consistency, and client satisfaction.

This role will involve managing and delivering MEP projects from inception to completion, mentoring junior engineers and surveyors, and ensuring outputs meet scope, programme, and budget requirements. The position offers flexibility, including hybrid working, regular UK‑wide site travel, and occasional office visits.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, with strong experience in MEP surveys, asset assessments, and project delivery. You will bring technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of compliance and building regulations, with flexibility to travel across the UK and a clean driving licence.

The Role:

• Manage and deliver MEP surveys, inspections, and asset condition projects across mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.
• Lead project teams, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and client requirements.
• Support project planning, budgeting, reporting, and continuous improvement, including digital data capture and structured asset management.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and surveyors, contributing to standard processes, templates, and best‑practice guidance.

The Person:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Significant experience in MEP surveys, asset condition assessments, and project delivery across the built environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, compliance, and building regulations, with leadership and team management skills.
• Flexible, willing to travel across the UK, and holds a clean driving licence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.