Project Engineer - Fortiva

Mechanical Project Engineer / Senior Project EngineerLeeds | Major Education Campus | Large-Scale Decarbonisation Programme Permanent | Car/Allowance + Excellent Benefits I’m working with a leading UK engineering and building services contractor to recruit a Mechanical Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer for a major decarbonisation project on a large education estate in Leeds. This is a flagship scheme focused on modernising mechanical infrastructure, reducing carbon, and future-proofing buildings in a live environment. It’s a technically challenging project with real sustainability impact and long-term value. The Opportunity You’ll play a key role in delivering mechanical packages on site, ensuring works are engineered to specification, delivered safely, and aligned with programme and commercial objectives. You’ll be working closely with project leadership, design teams, and specialist subcontractors. Key responsibilities:

• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture on site
• Reviewing scope of works to ensure full alignment with client requirements
• Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities
• Supporting the design, procurement and delivery of engineering solutions
• Managing specialist subcontract packages (safety, quality, progress and cost)
• Providing accurate progress reporting to project and commercial leads
• Supporting commissioning, close-out and handover activities
• Building strong working relationships in a live education environment

About You I’m keen to speak with engineers who have solid experience in mechanical building services delivery within construction, particularly on complex or regulated projects. You’ll likely have:

• An industry-recognised mechanical qualification
• Experience delivering mechanical installations on building services projects
• Exposure to design & build, new build and refurbishment works
• Knowledge of commissioning and water treatment to high standards
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and multiple site stakeholders

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be part of a large-scale decarbonisation / net-zero programme
• Work on a high-profile education sector transformation
• Exposure to modern, low-carbon building technologies
• A project with genuine environmental and social impact

Package

• Competitive salary
• Car or car allowance (including EV/hybrid salary sacrifice scheme)
• Pension with strong employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
• Flexible benefits (gym, dental, bikes, travel and more)
• Structured development and progression opportunities

If you’re a Mechanical Project Engineer ready for a high-impact project in Leeds — or a Senior Engineer looking for your next major scheme — please apply directly for a confidential discussion. #Jobster