Mechanical Project Engineer

  • Urban Connect
  • City, Leeds
  • 03/07/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: Sheffield
Salary: Up to 65,000 (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join a highly respected contractor with an outstanding reputation across the civil engineering and water sectors.

Based from the company's Sheffield office, you'll become part of a well-established team delivering major infrastructure projects throughout the region. With a strong order book and an impressive pipeline of secured future work, this is an ideal opportunity to join a business offering long-term stability, career development, and the chance to work on technically challenging projects.

The company is recognised for delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and to the highest standards, and has built lasting relationships with major clients across the UK water industry.

The Role

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of mechanical packages on projects ranging from 4 million to 20 million. Working closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, Design Engineers, and Clients, you'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within budget.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing mechanical works from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
  • Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
  • Ensuring all works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and budget requirements.
  • Supporting procurement of mechanical equipment and materials.
  • Reviewing technical drawings and specifications.
  • Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing solutions.
  • Maintaining excellent client relationships and ensuring high standards of health and safety throughout project delivery.

About You

We're looking for candidates who have:

  • Previous experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer within the water, utilities, or civil engineering sectors.
  • Strong experience delivering sewer works, pumping stations, and process/chemical works projects.
  • Experience working on projects valued between 4 million and 20 million.
  • A solid understanding of mechanical installations, project planning, procurement, and commercial awareness.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

What's on Offer

  • Salary up to 65,000, depending on experience.
  • Immediate start available.
  • Join a contractor with an exceptional reputation in the civil engineering and water sectors.
  • Secure, long-term career prospects backed by a strong pipeline of future projects.
  • Opportunity to work on major infrastructure schemes with leading water industry clients.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for progression and professional development.

If you're an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer looking to join a business with an excellent reputation, exciting projects, and a secure future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration. Interviews are being arranged immediately for an ASAP start.