Senior Mechanical Engineer

Manpower · Site Manager · viaReed

£65,000 per annum

Oxford, South EastPermanentFull-timeOn-site
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Closing date
14 Nov 2026
Posted
2d ago
Specialism
Site Manager
Sector
Construction
Reference
reed-57506566

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If you enjoy tackling complex, real-world engineering challenges-and want your work to make buildings more sustainable, secure and resilient-this role could be a brilliant fit. Our client is a people-focused, value-led consultancy supporting projects across Defence, Security and the Public Sector, plus Heritage, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial and Education.
What you'll be doing:
* Lead mechanical design on multidisciplinary projects from feasibility through to commissioning and handover
* Deliver to programme, quality and budget expectations
* Prepare and review calculations, specifications and reports
* Support feasibility studies and option appraisals
* Manage client relationships and lead technical discussions
* Coordinate design teams and external stakeholders (often within live or mission-critical environments)
* Supervise and mentor engineers and technicians
* Review construction progress and commissioning activities
* Contribute to fee proposals and bid submissions
* Support project financial performance and resource planning
What you'll bring:
* Extensive building services design experience
* Advanced working knowledge of IES, Revit and AutoCAD
* A strong grounding in sustainability and low-carbon design
* Confidence working client-facing and engaging effectively with a range of stakeholders
* Experience approaching Chartership level, and/or experience with IESVE and Chartered Engineer status
* Experience spanning both consultancy design and on-site surveying or site management
* Approach electrical design experience (as part of the wider building services context)
* Ability to support work within environments requiring UK SC level clearance
Additional information:
* Opportunities exist for both early-career and senior engineers, including progression, mentoring and exposure to a wide range of sectors and project types
Additional information:
* Opportunities for flexible and remote working (supporting work-life balance)
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with long service recognition and festive shutdown
* Personal and professional growth supported through in-house coaching and mentoring
* Competitive salary with regular review and benchmarking, plus pension and health benefits
* Cycle to work scheme, on-site parking facilities and social team events
* Support for volunteering (up to 2 days) and wellbeing programmes
* Salary offered c£65k depending on experience
Ready to put your technical expertise to work on meaningful, challenging projects?
Apply today and let's talk.

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