Senior MEP Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading built-environment consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior MEP Engineer to manage and deliver MEP projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a degree or HNC/HND in Engineering and significant experience in MEP systems, inspections, and project management. This role offers a salary of £50,000 - £70,000, hybrid working, and benefits such as private healthcare, pension, and professional development opportunities. You will lead project teams, ensure compliance, and mentor junior staff.

Benefits

Flexible working

Private healthcare

Pension

Professional development

Benefits

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Significant experience in MEP surveys and project delivery.
• Solid understanding of compliance and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver MEP surveys and asset condition projects.
• Lead project teams and provide technical guidance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices.

Skills

MEP systems knowledge

Project management

Technical guidance

Leadership skills

Compliance understanding

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.