Senior Project Engineer (MEP)

Invision Group; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Engineer specializing in MEP for major rail and infrastructure projects. The role involves managing electrical or mechanical packages, ensuring health and safety on site, and optimizing project delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail projects and strong client management skills. Competitive salary up to £85,000 plus additional benefits offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Paid travel to site

8% pension

Bonus

Private medical

Flexible rewards

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in senior project engineering within rail or infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of H&S regulations and commitment to safety.
• Ability to lead complex engineering projects and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of electrical or mechanical project packages.
• Lead health and safety initiatives on site.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize project delivery.
• Manage compliance, risks, and client relationships.
• Provide progress and financial updates for project close-out.

Skills

Project management

Electrical or mechanical engineering

Safety leadership

Client relationship management

Risk management

Job description

Senior Project Engineer (MEP) - Leading Engineering Contractor - Berks/NW London - up to £85,000 + package

Our client is one of the UK's leading Engineering & Services companies with a turnover approaching £450 million. They are currently seeking an experienced MEP Senior Project Engineer (Mech or Elec bias) to join their London/Southern team and help deliver projects across their infrastructure / rail division.

This particular scheme is part of HS2 and our client is looking after circa £11 million of electrical power upgrade lots, so any rail project experience is beneficial.

In short, you'd be:

• Taking ownership of the electrical or mechanical packages on a major rail / infrastructure project.
• Leading on H&S and ensuring a genuine “safety first” culture on site.
• Working closely with pre‑contract and delivery teams to de‑risk and optimise the project.
• Managing risk, compliance, and client relationships, and driving continuous improvement.
• Re‑engineering and value‑engineering installations to meet client needs while protecting margins.
• Providing accurate progress and financial updates and ensuring smooth project close‑out.

Package includes:

• Negotiable basic salary up to £85,000
• Car allowance
• Paid travel to site
• 8% pension
• Bonus
• Private medical & Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible rewards (dental, gym, travel insurance)
• 25 days holiday

If the opportunity is of interest please apply today!

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