Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Specification: Senior Mechanical Project Engineer
Location: Oxford Area
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum, plus car allowance and excellent company benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Expenses: Paid

About the Company:

Our client is a leading player in the building services industry and are renowned for delivering high-value M&E projects across the UK. The company prides itself on its commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, consistently achieving excellence in project delivery within the built sector. With a strong focus on teamwork and professional development, they offer an environment where skilled professionals can thrive and grow. They currently have a vacancy for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their project team where you will be working on high value new build projects. 

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join our client’s team in the Oxford area, working on a high-value house block project and the role offers a unique opportunity to manage mechanical engineering projects from the design phase through to installation and handover and the successful candidate will be a key figure in ensuring the project meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and commercial success.
Note: Project Managers with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership: Manage the entire project lifecycle, from initial design through installation to final handover.
DFMA Expertise: Lead the development and implementation of DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) risers and plant rooms, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
Safety & Quality: Uphold rigorous safety and quality standards throughout the project, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and company policies.
Contract Management: Oversee contracts under NEC4 Option A, ensuring that all contractual obligations are met and that the project is delivered within scope, on time, and within budget.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, to ensure cohesive project execution.
Commercial Awareness: Demonstrate strong commercial acumen, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements while maintaining project quality and safety.
Problem Solving: Identify areas for improvement, implement necessary changes, and proactively address challenges to keep the project on track.
Client Relations: Maintain and nurture strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.

Qualifications & Experience:

Industry Qualifications: Relevant industry qualifications are required.
Experience: Extensive experience in a similar role, ideally within a Tier 1 building services company.
Contract Knowledge: Strong experience working with NEC4 Option A contracts.
DFMA & Plant Rooms: Proven experience with DFMA risers and plant rooms.
Safety & Quality: A strong commitment to maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
Project Management: Experience in managing projects from design through to installation and handover.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to motivate and manage teams, including contractors and subcontractors.

Personal Attributes:

Team Player: Collaborative, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Motivational Leader: Capable of inspiring and managing teams to achieve project goals.
Commercially Savvy: Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to manage budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Excellent Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively.
Proactive Problem Solver: Able to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.

Benefits:

Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per annum.
Car allowance.
Excellent company benefits package.
Reimbursement of expenses incurred during the course of the job.