The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for delivering complex mechanical and electrical (M&E) projects, ensuring technical accuracy, programme efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. This role involves overseeing project specifications, coordinating design and installation activities, and ensuring successful integration of systems. The Senior Project Engineer will work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to address engineering challenges, optimise workflows, and maintain quality standards across all stages of project execution.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Coordination
- Lead the execution of the design, installation, and maintenance of M&E systems, ensuring technical integrity and compliance with industry regulations.
- Attend site inspections and review technical drawings.
- Carry out detailed design, qualification, and installation of capital equipment.
- Apply industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements within M&E projects.
- Attend external meetings, acting as a key liaison between engineering, construction, and client teams.
- Oversee integration of M&E systems and installations, ensuring operational efficiency and long‑term reliability.
- Ensure available Company Digital Operations tools such as SharePoint, ACC, InnDex, and Openspace are utilised consistently.
Health, Safety, and Compliance
- Take accountability for health, safety, and environmental compliance across the project.
- Conduct complex risk assessments, developing proactive strategies for hazard mitigation.
- Promote a strong safety‑first culture, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitor full implementation of industry safety standards and regulatory frameworks, ensuring any concerns are addressed during safety briefings.
- Attend safety meetings when necessary, and undertake weekly Health and Safety management inspections.
- Consult with staff at all levels to identify and manage risk.
- Ensuring sub‑contractors provide weekly H&S returns.
- Act on any site hazards raised.
Programme and Procurement
- Ensure project delivery is aligned with contractual obligations, reducing programme delays and risks.
- Lead contractual negotiations with suppliers, ensuring cost‑effective and compliant procurement strategies.
- Develop and manage strategic procurement plans, ensuring all materials and equipment meet technical requirements.
- Work with the procurement team to proactively resolve procurement risks.
- Assist the Construction Managers with the safe and secure storage of materials and plant items on site.
- Arrange and direct site deliveries where required.
Operations Control
- Manage all aspects of system installation, commissioning, and integration to ensure strong performance and compliance.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts, resolving engineering challenges efficiently and effectively.
- Take responsibility for testing, validation, and sign‑off of complex M&E installations.
- Work with the design team to upscale engineering challenges and help to implement value‑engineered solutions.
Quality and Close Out
- Attend final site inspections to validate compliance with specifications and industry standards.
- Manage documentation for commissioning, validation, and operational qualification activities.
- Conduct defect resolution and snagging processes, ensuring seamless project handover.
- Carry out post‑project analysis, compiling lessons learned to enhance future engineering practices.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate or equivalent
Relevant Black Managers Skill Card (CSCS, ECS or equivalent)
Proven track record in specification development, design execution, installation, and commissioning of complex M&E systems
Knowledge of construction site operations, engineering standards, and compliance frameworks
Specific risk‑based training such as Asbestos Awareness, Risk Assessment Training, Manual Handling Training
Experience in reviewing RAMS
Experience in undertaking toolbox talks, stand downs, safe starts, and H&S Forums
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities.
OUR VALUES
- Embody boldness and ambition to exceed goals by setting high personal and professional standards
- Act with courage, voicing ideas or concerns with confidence while remaining resilient in the face of challenges
- Foster empowerment by creating an environment where everyone feels capable, trusted, and supported
- Promote innovation by sharing fresh ideas and new methods to drive continuous improvement
- Champion a culture of togetherness and inclusion by acting with mutual respect and integrity
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