Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer (Contract) Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Duration: 10 Months (Approx.) Day Rate: Competitive (DOE) The Company: * Top 3 UK Tier 1 Main Contractor * Projects exceeding £20 million in value * £9.5 billion annual turnover with ambitious growth targets * £16 billion secured pipeline of work for 2025 Project Overview: Our client, a major Tier 1 contractor, is delivering a high-specification new-build mental health unit in Bexhill-on-Sea, forming part of a wider NHS infrastructure improvement programme. The £20M+ healthcare project requires an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to support the mechanical delivery across all phases of the build. Role Purpose: As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of mechanical services on-site. Working closely with the M&E teams, design consultants, subcontractors, and site managers, you’ll ensure that all mechanical elements are installed, coordinated, and commissioned to the required quality and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: * Support delivery of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and medical gas installations across the project. * Coordinate and interface with subcontractors to ensure compliance with design intent, specifications, and NHS/public health standards. * Assist with review of mechanical design drawings, technical submittals, and installation plans. * Monitor and report on site progress, ensuring mechanical works remain on programme. * Support quality inspections, commissioning activities, and handover documentation (including ITPs, RAMS, test certs, and O&M manuals). * Ensure installations align with HTM/HBN standards and wider NHS guidelines. * Liaise closely with construction and electrical teams to ensure effective MEP coordination. * Attend project meetings and contribute to problem-solving and technical decisions on site. * Promote and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. Requirements: * Experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer (or similar engineering role) on large-scale commercial or healthcare projects. * Familiarity with mechanical services in building construction (HVAC, public health, medical gases). * CSCS card (Engineering/Management level). * Strong working knowledge of NHS HTM/HBN and public health requirements (preferred). * Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documents. * Strong communication and coordination skills across stakeholders. Desirable: * Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC, HND or Degree). * Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors. * Understanding of digital construction tools or BIM coordination. * Previous healthcare or clinical environment project experience