Lead Mechanical Engineer
- Posted 20 June 2025
- Salary £65k - 80k per year
- LocationGreater London
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Buildings
- ReferenceJO0000059358
Job description
Ready to take the lead on decarbonisation and diverse building services projects in London?
Our client is looking for an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join their growing team in South London. This is a critical hire for a forward-thinking building services consultancy of around 12 engineers, with exciting plans to expand by another 6-8 people this year. If you're ready to step into a key leadership role in a business poised for significant growth, this could be the right move.
Why Join This Team?
You'll be joining a close-knit, agile consultancy where your voice matters and your leadership will shape the future of the team. With a project portfolio spanning education, large-scale and private residential, CAT A & B fit-outs, hotels, and emerging data centre work, there's no shortage of variety. Much of the current focus is on decarbonisation, giving you the chance to deliver meaningful work that drives change.
Their client base is well balanced between public and private sector, offering stability and resilience in a shifting market. Based near Brixton station, they offer a collaborative office culture with 4 days a week onsite.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead mechanical design on a broad range of building services projects
·Oversee project delivery, managing resources and deadlines
·Contribute to client meetings, proposals, and fee bids
·Support and mentor junior engineers within the team
·Play a key role in strategic growth as the business expands
What They're Looking For:
·Associate (or Principal looking to progress) level mechanical Engineer with UK based consultancy experience
·Strong technical background and ability to lead multidisciplinary projects
·Comfortable in client-facing roles and contributing to business development
·Passion for sustainability, energy performance, and future-focused engineering
·Based within a commutable distance to South London
Apply Now:
Contact Charlie Weeks at charlie.weeks@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876048