Mechanical Project Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer (Major UK Infrastructure Programme)

National / UK (with travel to major nuclear new‑build project)
9‑day fortnight (or 5‑day week depending on phase)
26 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Overview

You will be working for a leading engineering delivery partner supporting a nationally significant nuclear new‑build programme. This role is ideal for a Mechanical Project Engineer with experience in building services, mechanical installation, or highly regulated environments such as nuclear, defence, data centres, rail, or complex industrial projects.

You will support the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of mechanical systems and packages across a complex, multi‑discipline construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery, Planning & Technical Execution
You will manage and deliver mechanical work packages safely, on time and within budget, developing and implementing project execution and delivery plans while monitoring programme performance, progress against milestones and reporting to key stakeholders. The role requires reviewing drawings, designs and specifications for compliance; preparing operational project programmes; planning workloads; allocating tasks to junior engineers and site teams; and coordinating all mechanical activity alongside electrical, M&E and wider construction partners.

You will also prepare and maintain procurement schedules, manage material requirements and liaise with suppliers to ensure accurate quotations, timely deliveries and efficient integration into the project. Subcontractor engagement, reviews and performance coordination also sit within your remit.

Quality, Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
You will ensure all mechanical activities comply with relevant standards, procedures and regulations, supporting the QA team with quality records, audits and assurance. Duties include inspecting installations, monitoring workmanship, contributing to zero‑defect processes, reviewing safety performance, and conducting or supporting site H&S inspections. You will also ensure all required safety documentation—including RAMS, toolbox talks, and plant and equipment checks—is complete and current.

Identifying and escalating risks, resolving technical or delivery issues and maintaining a proactive safety culture are core expectations.

Commercial, Administrative & Stakeholder Engagement
Your responsibilities include monitoring commercial performance, supporting project accounts, variations and final accounts, assisting with subcontract orders and major material procurement, and maintaining structured project documentation and administrative records in line with company procedures. You will represent the project at meetings with clients, consultants, contractors and partners, ensuring high standards of customer service while helping develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships throughout project delivery.

People, Behaviour & Team Integration
You will communicate effectively with colleagues, monitor performance, uphold quality expectations and demonstrate key behavioural values including teamwork, respect, clarity, positivity and a one‑team mindset. Collaborative working with multidisciplinary teams is essential to ensure smooth delivery across all engineering interfaces.

Experience & Qualifications

* HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or similar discipline.

* Experience delivering mechanical projects in regulated or complex environments.

* Understanding of nuclear / high‑hazard safety culture (experience preferred, not essential).

* Ability to coordinate multi‑discipline engineering teams and contractors.

(Desirable / Not Essential):

* Working toward or holding APM PMQ or similar PM qualification.

* Experience with quality assurance, safety‑critical systems, or unionised sites.

Package & Benefits

* Salary ~£70,000 including car allowance.

* Lodge allowance ~£1,500 per month tax‑free for travelling workers.

* Option for centrally booked travel/accommodation + ~£40 daily expenses allowance.

* 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays.

* 9‑day fortnight working pattern.

* Comprehensive benefits package; a rewards platform, employee assistance programme, private healthcare, eye care support and a wide range of retail, technology and travel discounts. Additional benefits include cycle to work, holiday trading, refer‑a‑friend incentives, paid professional fees, enhanced family leave, a pension plan, sabbatical options, extra holiday purchase, salary finance support, childcare vouchers, gym and health‑related perks, virtual GP access, discounted mobile tariffs, car‑related savings including salary sacrifice, hotel and short‑break deals, family work‑experience opportunities, a discretionary bonus and flexible or agile working.

Work Pattern

* 9‑day fortnight as standard.

* Some periods based at regional office locations; later phases on the main construction site