At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mechanical projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and safety.
- Company: Top UK Tier 1 contractor with ambitious growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, generous pension, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with over £16 billion worth of secured work for 2025.
- Why this job: Join a leading contractor and work on major MOD projects with excellent career progression.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in Mechanical Building Services and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Ipswich
Salary: 75,000 + Car Allowance + 11.5% Pension
The Role:
- Overseeing the Mechanical package for the project from pre–construction through to commissioning and handover
- Must have operations experience
- Managing Mechanical sub–contractors, including specialist contractors
- Overseeing Mechanical Supervisors and Site Managers
- Liaising closely with Electrical Engineers and Project Managers to coordinate M&E delivery
- Managing interfaces with existing client facilities
- Procurement, including managing material levels and liaising with suppliers
- Production of RAMS and all associated construction and procurement documentation
- Monitoring programme, quality, health & safety, and project budgets
- Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager
The Company:
- Top 3 UK Tier 1 Contractor
- Delivering projects valued in excess of 20 million
- Current annual turnover of approximately 4.5 billion with ambitious growth plans
- This opportunity has arisen due to the award of several major MOD contracts
- Over 16 billion worth of secured work in the pipeline for 2025
The Ideal Candidate:
- Will have 5+ years' experience within the Mechanical Building Services industry
- Will have previous experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Construction Manager, or Mechanical Site Manager
- Will have experience delivering commercial, defence, healthcare, or large–scale industrial projects
- Will hold relevant mechanical qualifications (HNC/HND or equivalent preferred)
- Will hold a CSCS card and SSSTS/SMSTS
- Will be confident managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple workstreams
- Will work well under pressure and consistently meet project deadlines
- Will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Will be able to commute to Ipswich
What You'll Get:
- Salary in the region of 75,000
- Car allowance
- 11.5% pension
- 26 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell additional leave
- Excellent career progression opportunities within a leading Tier 1 contractor
- Private healthcare
Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in Ipswich employer: Cibsejournal
Cibsejournal is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where your expertise as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be valued and impactful. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have opportunities to mentor junior engineers while working in a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and technical excellence. Located in a vibrant area, the company offers a supportive atmosphere that prioritises professional development and teamwork.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in Ipswich
Mechanical Engineering
Project Management
Operations Experience
Subcontractor Management
Coordination with Electrical Engineers
Procurement Management
Production of RAMS
