Craig Galloway

Craig Galloway

Divisional Director - UK Construction
craig@jamesgrayrecruitment.com

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Mechanical Project Engineer

Ref #: 54860
Location: Helensburgh, UK
Type: Permanent

Mechanical Project Engineer 
Location: Central Scotland 
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + Car Allowance 
Type: Full-Time, Permanent 

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join a well-established MEP subcontractor with a turnover of £30 million. With works secured under a long-term MOD framework—currently only a third complete—this position offers strong long-term security. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Deliver mechanical packages from pre-construction through to handover within a secure site 

  • Coordinate subcontractors and oversee mechanical installations 

  • Collaborate with design and project management teams 

  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards 

  • Manage procurement and material logistics 

  • Attend progress meetings and provide project updates 

  • Report to the Project Manager on progress and key project metrics 
     

Requirements: 

  • Experience delivering mechanical packages in a construction/M&E environment 
    Background with MEP contractors or similar 

  • Strong coordination and communication skills 
    Must hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance 

  • Willing to work on-site within a secure MOD base 
     

Note: Due to the nature of the work, specific project details can only be shared upon clearance. 

This is a secure, long-term role with a busy contractor embedded in a major government framework. 

James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. James Gray encourages equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.

 

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