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 Overview 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. Duties and Responsibilities * 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 Requirements * 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 In Return * 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