Mane Contract Services
Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Senior / Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer (Contract)
Looking to lead impactful building services projects across South Wales? A world-class engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Mechanical Contract Engineer to join their growing team in Cardiff and Swansea. This is a 12-month contract offering long-term project stability, flexible/hybrid working, and a highly collaborative team environment.
Key Details
- Role: Senior / Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer
- Location: Cardiff / Swansea (Hybrid & Flexible Working)
- Contract Duration: 12 Months (July 2026 – July 2027)
- Rate: £50/hr
- Industry: Infrastructure & Building Services
What You’ll Be Doing
- Technical Leadership: Lead mechanical specifications, equipment schedules, and complex HVAC (heating, cooling, ventilation) calculations.
- Project Delivery: Take ownership of project deliverables, manage project budgets, and oversee end-to-end design delivery.
- Client & Stakeholder Management: Lead client briefings, represent the business at meetings with contractors, and conduct site surveys/progress reviews.
- Digital Engineering: Produce detailed calculations using tools like IES, HEVACOMP, NBS, and Revit in collaboration with global technology centers.
- Mentorship: Assist in the growth and technical development of junior engineers in the team.
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What We’re Looking For
- Education & Chartership: Degree in Building Services Engineering (or equivalent). CIBSE/IMechE Chartered status (or actively working towards it) is strongly preferred.
- Consultancy Experience: Proven track record working within a design consultancy or contractor design environment with deep knowledge of UK technical standards.
- Software Tools: Hands-on experience with IES, HEVACOMP, NBS, and Revit.
- Sustainability: CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant (LCC) qualification is highly desirable.
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Work with a globally recognized leader ranked among top UK employers, commitment to Net-Zero engineering, inclusive work culture, and clear opportunities to work on major regional infrastructure.
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