Mechanical Project Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer

Overview

We're looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to support delivery of mechanical packages on a water-sector project, helping to drive safe installation, quality and handover on site.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with day-to-day delivery of mechanical works from install through to commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to maintain progress against the programme and remove blockers quickly.
• Own / manage site paperwork: RAMS, permits, work packs, ITPs, QA check sheets, red-lines and as-builts.
• Manage inspections, quality hold points, snagging and close-out.
• Support procurement and materials management (take-offs, requisitions, expediting, goods-in checks).
• Raise and close technical queries/RFIs with design teams and ensure changes are controlled and recorded.
• Produce short, clear progress updates, lookaheads and action lists from site meetings.
• Support test packs, completion documentation and handover files.

Required experience / qualifications

• Proven water-sector project experience (non-negotiable).
• SMSTS (required).
• CSCS (required).
• Mechanical background with strong site delivery experience (pipework, valves, pumps, mechanical plant and associated installation standards).
• Strong focus on H&S, quality and documentation control.