Senior Project Engineer

Lead the integration of critical MEP systems on one of the UK’s most complex infrastructure programmes.

Our Client has a requirement for a Senior Project Engineer , who will be required to work on a contract basis in Birmingham / Hybrid (Inside IR35).

Role Purpose:

• Act as the client-side engineering lead overseeing contractor design and delivery for MEP/building services
• Ensure effective integration, coordination, and assurance of building services systems across multiple assets
• Provide technical oversight to support design development, system integration, testing, and certification
• Verify contractor self-assurance processes and ensure alignment with project requirements and standards
• Support delivery across tunnel portals, shafts, and pumping station assets within a major infrastructure programme

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee contractor design assurance for MEP/building services systems
• Review and verify contractor self-assurance and compliance processes
• Ensure coordination and integration of key systems, including:Monitor contractor activity during design development, ensuring alignment to design intent
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • HVAC
  • Lighting
  • Fire systems
  • Power infrastructure
• Support system integration, testing, and certification across multiple project assets
• Ensure designs meet programme requirements, standards, and delivery expectations
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and MEP specialists to ensure quality and consistency
• Provide high-level technical oversight without direct responsibility for detailed design

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Strong background in MEP / Building Services engineering
• Experience delivering within major infrastructure or construction projects
• Proven track record in design assurance and contractor oversight roles
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary system integration
• Experience working client-side, within consultancy, or at contractor interface level
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and delivery partners

Desirable:

• Experience within rail, tunnelling, or large-scale infrastructure programmes
• Knowledge of commissioning, assurance, and certification processes
• Experience working within complex, high-value programme environments

Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Senior Project Engineers looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.