Full job descriptionSenior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Milan, Italy
An established international engineering and construction contractor is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing project delivery team in Milan. The business delivers major projects across data centres, mission-critical infrastructure, pharmaceutical, industrial and commercial sectors.
The successful candidate will join projects at RIBA Stage 4, taking ownership of mechanical engineering delivery through Stages 5 and 6, from design review and construction through to commissioning and final handover. This is a project delivery role, focused on ensuring existing designs are successfully executed on site.
Key Responsibilities:
*Review and assess mechanical design drawings, specifications, calculations and technical documentation at RIBA Stage 4
*Identify design discrepancies, technical risks and buildability issues, coordinating with consultants to resolve outstanding queries.
*Manage mechanical engineering delivery throughout construction, ensuring installations comply with approved designs and specifications.
*Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, suppliers, procurement and installation activities.
*Monitor project progress, quality, costs and programme requirements.
*Manage technical submittals, RFIs, method statements and risk assessments.
*Oversee site inspections, quality control and installation compliance.
*Lead mechanical testing and commissioning activities, including pressure testing, flushing, balancing and system verification.
*Coordinate snagging, defect resolution and final system inspections.
*Ensure completion of commissioning records, test packs, O&M manuals and handover documentation.
*Liaise with clients, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
*Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.
Candidate Requirements
*Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
*Typically 5–8+ years’ experience within mechanical engineering and construction.
*Experience working for a mechanical, MEP or main contractor.
*Strong experience reviewing mechanical design documentation, drawings and technical submittals.
*Understanding of RIBA Stages 4–6, or equivalent project lifecycle experience.
*Experience managing mechanical installation, subcontractors and construction delivery.
*Good knowledge of testing, commissioning and handover processes.
*Understanding of quality procedures, ITPs, test packs, FATs and SATs.
*Strong technical, commercial and stakeholder management skills.
*Experience within data centres, mission-critical infrastructure, pharmaceutical or other technically complex environments would be highly advantageous.