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• Mechanical Engineer – Critical Systems

  London Hybrid - City, E1

  to £55 per hour (Outside ir35)

  Contract

  Client: Full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting firm. Founded in 1898, headquartered in the USA with a global presence of 75 offices worldwide and employing c10,000 staff. Specialising in providing comprehensive solutions for a variety of industries, including energy, aerospace, water, transportation, environmental, and industrial sectors. The firm is committed to delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions and offer a wide range of services, from conceptual design and detailed engineering to construction management and ongoing operations support. With a reputation for excellence, they are renowned for their client focused approach and have a proven track record of delivering complex projects worldwide. As a 100% employee-owned company, it emphasizes a strong culture of collaboration, professional growth, and community involvement, creating an environment where employees are empowered to lead and make a lasting impact on the projects they work on.   Role: This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office.  The contract is a 6-month duration initially and it has the potential to become a permanent position. You should be able to fulfil duties and responsibilities of a discipline lead for small to medium sized projects. In support of large and hyperscale projects a senior engineer should take responsibility for critical systems and/or substantial aspects of the design including the ownership, resourcing, and execution of project design changes.

  • Planning and monitoring of project resourcing.
  • Management of deliverables and fulfilment of scope, ensuring quality standards are hit.
  • Enforce standards and practices.
  • Lead a discipline team of Staff and Assistant Level Mechanical, Electrical, and PH Engineers.
  • SPOC for project Client facing with the ability to discuss and agree Client requirements.
  • Lead discipline presentations.
  • Participate in Work Winning activities including assisting with the development of bid stage technical solutions.
  • Supporting future business opportunities through client engagement and elevation of the company brand.
  • Datacenter or telecommunication facility experience and knowledge of critical facility design.
  • Experience at the concept design level to assist with the development of data center masterplans.
  • Ability to write specifications for equipment, devices, and materials.
  • Ensuring team welfare and wellbeing in the execution of the project.
  • Monitoring of engineer development and progression of deliverables throughout the program.

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• Senior Mechanical Engineer

  - Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

  £32 - £38 per hour

  Contract

  I am working alongside an exciting firm of consulting Engineers who specialise in Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health and Environmental Engineering. Their position in the market place brings together 50 years of building services experience with cutting edge virtual engineering. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer (on a contract basis) to join their busy team in Cambridgeshire for a minimum of three months. The role will involve:

  • Acting as project leader on selected projects
  • Working as part of a larger team on certain projects.
  • Attending principal meetings and making client presentations on selected projects.
  • Raising/promoting the level of technical excellence relating to mechanical engineering within the team.
  • Working on a variety of interesting projects across varied sectors.
  • Client facing work.
  • Working closely with others in a team environment.
  • Producing drawings and specifications.
  • Producing calculations or guiding others to complete them.

  In order to be considered for this role you will have:

  • A degree qualification - Mechanical or building services (Chartered or working towards). An HNC or HND with suitable design experience will also be considered.
  • Significant experience of design in building services, post qualification completion.
  • Client interaction skills.
  • Software design ideally including Microsoft Office, Hevacomp
  • Knowledge of British standards, building regulations documents, etc.
  • Knowledge of HTMs would also be of benefit.
  • Professional membership (CIBSE, IET, IMechE).

  

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• Mechanical Resident Engineer

  London - Covent Garden, WC2

  to £56 per hour (Inside ir35)

  Contract

  Client: Europe’s leading design, engineering, and regulatory consultancy organisation with c22,000 staff operating from 14 European countries, including 14 UK branches they design, and plan sustainable communities, infrastructure, and environments in 70 countries worldwide generating sales of £2.3 billion.  The organisation is united by a commitment to collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and creating a positive impact on the shape of tomorrow for generations to come. Role: In this critical on-site role, you will act as the company's primary representative during the construction phase of a mixed use high spec residential scheme.  You will oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical building services systems — including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, drainage, fire suppression, and related systems — ensuring full compliance with the detailed designs, specifications, relevant codes/standards, project timelines, quality expectations, and budget constraints. You will collaborate closely with contractors, subcontractors, architects, other engineering disciplines, clients, and authorities to resolve technical issues, manage variations, and deliver high-quality, sustainable building services outcomes. Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the lead on-site mechanical engineering authority and safeguarding the integrity of the mechanical building services design during construction.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and monitor the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems (e.g., air handling units, chillers, boilers, ductwork, pipework, controls/BMS, VRF systems, domestic water services, above-ground drainage, sprinklers, and specialist systems).
  • Verify that all mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, building regulations, British/European/International standards, and health & safety requirements.
  • Review and approve (or recommend) contractor technical submittals, method statements, material samples, shop drawings, and as-built documentation related to mechanical services.
  • Identify, document, and resolve site technical queries, design clarifications, and non-conformances promptly; coordinate with the design office to issue instructions or variations as needed.
  • Witness key testing and commissioning activities and verify system performance against design intent and energy targets.
  • Manage progress monitoring for mechanical packages, attend coordination and progress meetings, and contribute to overall project reporting.
  • Liaise effectively with main contractors, M&E subcontractors, client representatives, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery and minimize delays or disputes.
  • Ensure robust record-keeping, including photographic evidence, test certificates, and handover documentation to support final certification and client O&M manuals.
  • Promote and uphold the consultancy's commitment to safety, quality, and sustainable design principles on site.

  Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Resident Engineer, Clerk of Works, or Site Engineer with a strong focus on mechanical building services installation/commissioning.
  • Previous consultancy or design office background, providing insight into design intent and coordination challenges.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building controls systems in modern commercial/residential buildings.
  • Familiarity with UK/international building regulations, standards, and sustainability frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, contract administration, and change/variation management.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence contractors and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
  • Experience on complex projects.

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