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Project Engineer
Newcastle
£40,000 – £55,000 + Vehicle + Benefits
NEOS Recruitment are working exclusively with a leading M&E & HVAC contractor delivering a major high-profile project in Newcastle. We’re seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical) to take a key role in overseeing, coordinating, and delivering building services that allow the development to function exactly as designed.
The Role
As a Building Services Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the full life cycle of the mechanical or electrical systems – from design through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance planning.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Negotiating and developing project contracts and managing tenders
- Commissioning, organising, and assessing contractor work
- Producing and interpreting detailed diagrams, plans, and CAD drawings
- Utilising BIM for coordinated system delivery on complex projects
- Managing budgets and ensuring energy-efficient systems are implemented
- Designing site-specific equipment as required
- Overseeing installation, specifying maintenance and operating procedures
- Monitoring and optimising building systems performance
- Making decisions on replacement and upgrades to expired equipment
- Liaising with structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and in-house teams
- Attending technical and project group meetings
- Ensuring legislative, health & safety, and environmental compliance
- Advising clients on energy use, sustainability, and carbon footprint reduction
The Person
You will bring:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Solid numeracy and time-management skills
- Competence in 3D visualisation, CAD, and IT systems
Qualifications:
- HNC/Degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Built Environment, or similar discipline
The Offer
- Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 DOE
- Opportunity to work on a prestigious large-scale Newcastle project
- Long-term career progression within a leading contractor
- Supportive team culture and cutting-edge project delivery environment
