Skip to Main Content
Location icon
London

Mechanical Project Engineer

Construction
Construction
Company logo image
Description

Location
Old Oak Common, London | HS2 Programme

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary package

About the Role
Help deliver one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. Balfour Beatty is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to support the delivery of Temporary Site Services at Old Oak Common Station, a landmark station at the heart of the HS2 programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer to play a key role in delivering the temporary mechanical infrastructure that enables one of Europe's largest construction sites to operate safely and efficiently. Working alongside the Project Manager, you'll coordinate the installation, maintenance and performance of critical site services, utilities and mechanical systems while supporting project delivery from planning through to completion.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting the delivery of temporary mechanical site services across a major infrastructure project
Coordinating mechanical installations, maintenance activities and associated subcontractors
Managing temporary utilities, including water, drainage, pumping and other site service systems
Monitoring construction progress and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification
Planning and coordinating labour, plant, materials and specialist supply chain partners
Reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications and installation methodologies
Contributing to short-term programmes, work schedules and project reporting
Promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
Supporting commissioning, testing and handover activities
Working collaboratively with commercial, operational and design teams to identify project risks and opportunities

Why Work for Us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

Requirements

Experience
- Experience in a Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Site Engineer, Package Engineer or similar role
- Background in construction, infrastructure, utilities, rail, M&E or major projects
- Experience managing mechanical installations and subcontractor activities
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and site-based engineering delivery
- Excellent organisational, planning and communication skills
- Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
- Experience using Microsoft Office and project reporting systems

About You
- Ability to work collaboratively with commercial, operational and design teams
- Strong commitment to promoting a positive safety culture and compliance with standards
- Proactive and organised with excellent communication skills

Qualifications
- HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (desirable)
- Knowledge of temporary site services, utilities, pumping systems, drainage or water infrastructure (desirable)
- Understanding of commissioning, testing and handover processes (desirable)
- Familiarity with project planning, risk management and commercial controls (desirable)

Expiry date: 04/11/2026
Mechanical Project Engineer
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
London