Mechanical Project Engineer

RGB Recruitment is looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join its team in Plymouth, with a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus package.

This full-time position involves delivering small works and medium-sized projects, focusing on HVAC, water, and ventilation systems within existing buildings. You will coordinate with clients, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure project completion.

The role suits a Mechanical Supervisor seeking progression into project engineering or an existing Project Engineer wanting varied responsibilities.

Key skills include project coordination, subcontractor management, and technical knowledge of mechanical systems within secure environments. Career development prospects are genuine within this established contractor.

Mechanical Project Engineer Plymouth | £45,000 - £55,000 + Package

An established M&E contractor is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join its team due to an increasing workload across a secure and technically demanding environment in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Supervisor looking to progress into a project engineering role, or an existing Project Engineer seeking a varied position with genuine career development prospects.

Working closely with clients, site teams and subcontractors, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering mechanical projects from initial planning through to completion and handover.

• Managing and coordinating mechanical projects across multiple work streams.
• Overseeing site teams and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Planning labour requirements, work schedules and project programmes.
• Producing RAMS, quality plans and project documentation.
• Coordinating materials, plant and specialist subcontractors.
• Monitoring project progress, quality and compliance.
• Attending client and project meetings, providing regular updates on delivery.
• Supporting commissioning, testing and project handover activities.
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Providing technical support and guidance to site teams.

A recognised Mechanical qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent).

Experience working with HVAC, water services and ventilation systems.

Previous experience in a supervisory, lead engineer or project engineering role.

Strong planning, coordination and organisational skills.

Experience producing RAMS, quality documentation and work programmes.

Good IT skills and confidence using project management and reporting systems.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

A proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery.

SSSTS, First Aid and CSCS certification.

The ability to obtain Security Clearance, or currently hold valid clearance.

• £45,000 - £55,000 salary
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced family benefits
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Secure and varied project workload