Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Newcastle

£40,000 – £55,000 + Vehicle + Benefits

NEOS Recruitment are working exclusively with a leading M&E & HVAC contractor delivering a major high-profile project in Newcastle. We’re seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical) to take a key role in overseeing, coordinating, and delivering building services that allow the development to function exactly as designed.

The Role

As a Building Services Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the full life cycle of the mechanical or electrical systems – from design through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance planning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating and developing project contracts and managing tenders
• Commissioning, organising, and assessing contractor work
• Producing and interpreting detailed diagrams, plans, and CAD drawings
• Utilising BIM for coordinated system delivery on complex projects
• Managing budgets and ensuring energy-efficient systems are implemented
• Designing site-specific equipment as required
• Overseeing installation, specifying maintenance and operating procedures
• Monitoring and optimising building systems performance
• Making decisions on replacement and upgrades to expired equipment
• Liaising with structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and in-house teams
• Attending technical and project group meetings
• Ensuring legislative, health & safety, and environmental compliance
• Advising clients on energy use, sustainability, and carbon footprint reduction

The Person

You will bring:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Solid numeracy and time-management skills
• Competence in 3D visualisation, CAD, and IT systems

Qualifications:

• HNC/Degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Built Environment, or similar discipline

The Offer

• Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 DOE
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious large-scale Newcastle project
• Long-term career progression within a leading contractor
• Supportive team culture and cutting-edge project delivery environment