Mechanical Project Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong gas background to manage the successful delivery of mechanical and gas projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

The successful candidate will have proven experience managing mechanical and gas installation projects, with responsibility for programme, commercial performance, procurement, subcontractors, health & safety, quality and client relationships.

This is a hands-on project management role requiring strong technical knowledge of commercial/industrial gas systems, mechanical services, installation, testing and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Manage mechanical and gas projects from initial planning through to completion and handover.
Take overall responsibility for project programme, budget, quality and delivery.
Manage gas installation works, including coordination of pipework, plant, equipment and associated mechanical services.
Review and interpret drawings, specifications, schematics and technical documentation.
Coordinate design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
Manage mechanical and gas subcontractors, engineers, suppliers and site teams.
Liaise with clients, consultants, principal contractors, designers and other project stakeholders.
Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and monitor progress against key milestones.
Manage project costs, variations, valuations, forecasts and commercial performance.
Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, specialist services and subcontractors.
Ensure gas and mechanical works comply with applicable legislation, industry standards, project specifications and company procedures.
Coordinate inspection, testing, commissioning and certification of gas and mechanical systems.
Ensure appropriate documentation is completed, including test certificates, commissioning records, O&M manuals and as-built information.
Attend and lead project meetings, providing regular progress updates to clients and senior management.
Manage project handover, snagging and close-out.
Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with approved RAMS and site requirements.
Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance.
Provide technical support and guidance to site teams where required.

Key Requirements

Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within the construction, building services, utilities or engineering sector.
Significant experience delivering gas and mechanical projects.
Strong understanding of commercial and/or industrial gas systems.
Experience managing projects from pre-construction through to completion.
Strong knowledge of mechanical installation, pipework and plant.
Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, gas and engineering drawings.
Strong understanding of project programmes, costs and commercial management.
Excellent client and stakeholder management skills.
Strong understanding of health & safety requirements.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects or work streams simultaneously

Qualifications & Certifications

Ideally, you will have:

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
Relevant gas industry qualifications and/or experience.
SMSTS or equivalent.
CSCS or relevant site-based qualification.
Relevant project management qualification such as APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent.
Experience working under NEC, JCT or similar construction contracts.
Relevant professional membership such as CIBSE, IMechE or equivalent would be advantageous