Crown House Technologies
Mechanical Project Engineer
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Do you want to work on a project that brings together science, healthcare, and world-class design?
Looking to grow your career on a landmark development in a highly regulated, innovative environment?
Then our in-house MEP Engineering business, Crown House Technologies, is the company for you!
Crown House Technologies are currently delivering the full MEP scope for the Ellison Institute of Technology's Oxford Campus – a world-class facility combining over 30,000m² of research laboratories, an oncology and wellness clinic, and collaborative spaces focused on solving humanity's most pressing challenges.
We're now looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Project Engineer to join the delivery team. This role offers a unique chance to apply your technical expertise on a highly innovative and technically demanding life sciences facility.
If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading the mechanical engineering delivery activities, providing technical oversight from design through to installation, commissioning, and handover.
- Managing and mentoring junior engineers and coordinating closely with project managers, planners, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Reviewing complex mechanical designs and specifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory and client requirements.
- Driving a strong safety culture and ensuring all mechanical works comply with health and safety legislation and company standards.
- Identifying and implementing innovative engineering solutions, best practices, and continuous improvements.
- Supporting project close-out processes, including quality assurance and documentation handover.
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What We're Looking For
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline, with substantial experience in mechanical engineering delivery on large-scale projects.
- Proven experience working on highly regulated sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, or high-tech manufacturing projects.
- Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
- In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, installation methods, and commissioning best practices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive collaboration in a multidisciplinary team.
- A proactive and solutions-oriented approach, comfortable working in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.
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Crown House Technologies (Cht) is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility – a 129,000 sq. ft factory – offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.
Don't match all the criteria? We are open and always happy to hear from people with transferable skill sets and a commitment to learning.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
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