Job Description
We are working with a key delivery partner supporting Yorkshire Water projects to appoint a Lead Commissioning Engineer with strong Mechanical, Electrical, and Process (MEP) experience. This is a pivotal role leading the commissioning strategy and overseeing the end-to-end MEP delivery across a portfolio of water infrastructure schemes.\nYou will manage a regional team of MEP Engineers and act as a key link between design, delivery, and commissioning — ensuring systems are installed and handed over safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with design, regulatory, and client standards.\nKey Responsibilities:\n * \n Lead and manage a regional team of site-based MEP Engineers, providing performance oversight, mentorship, and technical direction.\n * \n Act as the primary MEP point of contact for Operational and Contract Managers across Yorkshire Water schemes.\n * \n Develop and implement robust commissioning strategies aligned with programme timelines, safety requirements, and operational objectives.\n * \n Ensure cohesive integration between design, installation, and commissioning phases to maximise engineering value.\n * \n Maintain compliance with internal quality and safety systems; analyse health and safety data and drive improvements.\n * \n Coordinate MEP planning across all phases — design, install, test, commission, and handover.\n * \n Oversee MEP resourcing, competency, and forward planning for all regional schemes.\n * \n Lead regular coordination and performance review meetings with key subcontract partners.\nRequirements:\n * \n HNC or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineering (or equivalent experience).\n * \n Proven background in MEP delivery and commissioning within civil infrastructure, ideally water.\n * \n ECS and SMSTS (or willingness to complete training).\n * \n Strong communication, planning, and leadership skills.\n * \n Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the Yorkshire region.\nBenefits Include:\n * \n Competitive salary with company vehicle or car allowance\n * \n Enhanced pension, private healthcare, and life cover\n * \n 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)\n * \n Support for professional development, including training and paid memberships\n * \n Flexible working options and strong commitment to employee wellbeing\nReady to lead on essential Yorkshire Water projects? Apply now to shape the future of water infrastructure delivery