Mechanical Project Engineer (Building Services)

Mechanical Project Engineer - Building Services / HVAC / M&E

Location: North Birmingham

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Building Services / Mechanical Engineering / M&E / HVAC

Are you looking to come off the tools and move into an office-based Mechanical Project Engineer role? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Building Services contractor working directly with clients on a variety of government-funded projects across schools, universities, healthcare facilities, and local authority buildings. You'll have full ownership of projects from tender through to completion, gaining hands-on experience with estimating, procurement, and client management — all while progressing your career within the Building Services and M&E industry.

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• Manage mechanical building services projects from design through to completion
  
• Work alongside senior engineers and project managers to learn and develop your skills
  
• Handle estimating, procurement, and coordination of materials and subcontractors
  
• Deliver Design & Build and pre-designed projects up to £2M mechanical value
  
• Oversee labour, specialist subcontractors, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
  
• Attend client and project meetings, providing professional technical input
  
• Manage project costs, variations, and financial reporting
  

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• Previous experience within Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, or M&E contracting
  
• Background in one of the following roles: Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Site Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, or Mechanical Contracts Manager
  
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, HVAC, and plumbing installations
  
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
  
• Ambition to move from a site-based role into a project management position
  

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• Permanent position with regular salary reviews and a clear progression pathway
  
• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000
  
• Company car or car allowance
  
• Free on-site parking
  
• Opportunity to work directly with clients on high-value, government-funded Building Services projects