Lead Mechanical Engineer Job | Building Services | Cardiff | £75,000-£80,000

The Company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading international engineering and consultancy business delivering some of the UK and Europe’s most technically complex and high-profile projects. Operating across sectors including healthcare, defence, education, commercial property, infrastructure and energy, the business has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, long-term client relationships and delivering quality-driven engineering solutions.

With a collaborative and people-focused culture, the company places genuine emphasis on professional development, flexibility and work-life balance, offering employees the opportunity to work on major projects while being supported in their long-term career progression.

The Role

They are looking to appoint an Associate Mechanical Lead to join their growing Cardiff office, acting as the second-in-command within the regional mechanical team.

This is a key leadership role within the business, supporting the regional lead while helping to manage project delivery, client relationships and the continued growth and development of the team. You will play a significant role in delivering major multidisciplinary projects across a wide range of sectors, while also helping to mentor and develop junior engineers within the business.

The role will involve leading mechanical design delivery, overseeing technical quality, supporting business development activities and acting as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior leadership position within a well-established consultancy, whilst still remaining technically involved in project delivery. The wider opportunity within the business reaches beyond regional responsibility, with the opportunity to take ownership of wider company initiatives and projects, across the UK and Europe. You'll be at the forefront of some of the world's biggest and most prestigious projects, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

The Requirements

You should currently be operating at Principal Mechanical Engineer or Associate level within a building services consultancy environment.

The client is looking for someone with strong technical mechanical design experience, excellent client-facing ability and a proven track record delivering projects within sectors such as healthcare, defence, commercial, education or infrastructure.

Experience managing teams, mentoring junior staff and supporting project delivery across multidisciplinary environments would be highly advantageous. Chartered status, or progression toward it, would also be beneficial.

Equally important is attitude - they are looking for someone collaborative, commercially aware and capable of helping drive both project delivery and team growth within the Cardiff office.

The Package

The salary on offer is typically in the region of £75,000-£80,000, depending on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

In addition, the role offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working

• Strong progression opportunities within a global business

• Enhanced pension and holiday allowance

• Professional development and chartership support

• Exposure to major UK and international projects

• A collaborative and supportive working environment

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step into a senior leadership position within a highly respected engineering consultancy in Cardiff. Working alongside mentors who encourage you to develop and progress as an engineer and individual.

What do you do now?

If you're ready to take on an exciting and rewarding challenge with a leading building services company, click apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about how this role could be the perfect next step in your career. CV not necessary at this stage, a confidential discussion is available for those looking to explore.

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