Project Engineer in Cambridge

Base Pay Range

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Our client is an established specialist delivering ventilation, clean-air and controlled-environment projects for clients across pharmaceutical, healthcare, manufacturing and high-tech sectors. They manage full turnkey delivery — from early design and planning through construction, installation, commissioning and final validation.

Project Manager Role

We’re recruiting a Project Manager to lead ventilation and controlled-environment projects from start to finish. You’ll work closely with internal design teams, oversee installation and site activity, and ensure each project is delivered safely, on time and to the required technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑lifecycle ventilation and clean‑air projects, from concept and technical design through build, installation and handover.
• Coordinate with an in‑house drawing team, subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
• Plan and track budgets, schedules and resources to maintain smooth project delivery.
• Monitor on‑site quality, compliance and documentation throughout the project.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing clear communication and progress updates.

Requirements

• Project management experience within HVAC, ventilation, cleanrooms, M&E or related technical build environments.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple live projects.
• Confident in coordinating installation, commissioning and site activities.
• Able to travel across the region to support projects as required.
• Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

Package

• £58,900 salary including car allowance
• 23 days holiday + 1 extra day per year up to 28 + 8 bank holidays
• Private Health

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management, Design, and Other

Industries

Construction, HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, and Engineering Services