Lead Mechanical Engineer

Role: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Technical Delivery Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of technical delivery across projects. This role involves leading mechanical design, ensuring high-quality outputs, and supporting both project execution and business growth. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Work closely with the management team to ensure successful project delivery. Deliver work in line with agreed scope, programme, fee, and quality expectations. Technical Leadership Lead mechanical design delivery, including: Technical strategy Calculations Specifications Schedules Drawings Reports Ensure effective coordination with wider design disciplines. Quality Assurance Take ownership of technical deliverables. Review outputs prior to issue to ensure: Accuracy Coordination Commercial suitability Alignment with company standards Project & Stakeholder Management Act as the lead engineer on projects. Participate in meetings and lead technical discussions. Resolve project issues efficiently. Maintain clear communication with clients, consultants, and contractors. Business Development Support client relationship management and growth activities. Provide technical input into: Fee proposals Scopes of service Follow-on opportunities Prospective project discussions Team Development Support team growth and capability planning. Identify resource requirements. Contribute to recruitment decisions and future engineering capacity planning. Required Experience & Skills The successful candidate should demonstrate: Chartered Engineer status, or active progression towards chartership. Proven experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy environment. Experience leading mechanical design delivery and managing technical outputs. Strong coordination experience with: Clients Consultants Contractors Multidisciplinary design teams Commercial awareness, including: Scope management Fees and programme control Change control Project risk Strong communication skills with the ability to: Work independently Manage workload effectively Take ownership of outcomes