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Location: Leeds (with travel to Barnsley project site)
Salary: £50-60K plus car allowance and excellent Benefits package
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Engineer to join their growing team and lead the successful delivery of mechanically biased building services for a major refurbishment project at a live, critical data centre near Barnsley. This 18-month project will commence in summer and offers the potential for long-term follow-on work.
This is a key leadership role with responsibility for ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Requirements
We are looking for a hands-on and capable engineer with strong leadership, technical delivery, and client engagement skills. The ideal candidate will have:
* Proven experience delivering mechanical installations in a construction environment
* A track record of success in a senior project engineering or delivery-focused role
* Experience on complex, high-value building services projects (up to £10m+)
* An industry-recognised mechanical trade or professional qualification
* Ability to work independently, as well as part of a wider site and delivery team
* Strong commercial awareness and focus on client satisfaction
Role & Responsibilities
As a Senior Project Engineer, you will:
* Champion a “Safety First” culture across all project operations
* Drive early engagement and planning to enhance project outcomes and profitability
* Review and align project scope with client expectations
* Identify and manage risks and opportunities to ensure project success
* Oversee procurement and engineering delivery in line with commercial targets
* Provide regular, accurate progress updates to project and commercial stakeholders
* Lead and manage subcontractors, ensuring high performance and compliance
* Offer clear direction, support and motivation to the project team
* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the client
* Ensure a smooth and profitable project close-out
Our client offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits package, including:
* Salary sacrifice scheme for electric/hybrid vehicles
* Up to 8% employer pension contribution
* Private Medical Insurance
* Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal advice)
* Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Cycle to Work, Travel Insurance and more
Why Join?
You’ll be part of a company that is innovative, responsible, and forward-thinking, delivering landmark projects across multiple sectors using the latest tools and technologies. With long-term growth opportunities, this is a fantastic chance to work on ground-breaking projects in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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* Employment type
Full-time
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* Industries
Engineering Services, Construction, and HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing
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