Mechanical Project Engineer
Newmarket
2 Year Contract
1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to be based on a new project in Newmarket.
Due to the nature of the project, we do require applicants who have current SC Clearance OR would be able to pass the vetting process.
Responsibilities:
- Attend & host team meetings.
- Lead and issue meeting notes for technical and progress workshop meetings.
- Reviewing tender information including design drawings, specifications and equipment schedules.
- Delivering the design / working drawings necessary to deliver the project and ensure you capture any additional costs and programme delays caused by external influences on their production.
- Production and technical compliance checking of technical submissions against specifications and ER documents.
- Production of package scoping documents.
- Reviewing and compliance checking our working drawings against specifications and ER documents.
- Being able to develop a commissioning strategy for the installation.
- Management of procurement. Value engineering (where asked for) and better buying against the tender allowances.
- Programming of the works and sub-contract packages.
- Production and management of programmes.
- Project reporting to PM.
- Manage installation and commissioning activities of your assigned packages.
- Handover documentation (record drawings / test and commission).
- Ensure all variation costs are advised to the PM and QS.
- Cost control. Liaising with project surveyor to assist the PM with the monthly PFR report.
- Quality control.
- Risk control (programme and commercial)
Qualifications/Skills:
- HNC/HNC in Building Services Engineering or similar.
- CSCS/IOSH/SMSTS.
- Experience of working at a senior level on M&E commercial projects, as well as ideally having had responsibility for full contract management.
- Capability to accept responsibilities and accomplish project objectives in a timely manner.
- Good computer skills especially with Microsoft Office.
- Be aware of health and safety requirements and the continual assessment/control of risk.
- To actively contribute to the team (internal and client team).
Mechanical Project Engineer
1st Step
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Newmarket, Suffolk CB8, England

£48,000 - £57,600 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A Mechanical Project Engineer is needed for a 2-year contract in Newmarket with a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor.
- Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in M&E commercial projects and currently hold or be able to obtain SC Clearance.
- Responsibilities include leading team meetings, reviewing design documents, managing procurement, and ensuring compliance with specifications.
- The role requires strong skills in project management, cost control, and risk assessment, along with relevant qualifications such as HNC in Building Services Engineering.
- The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.