MEP Project Engineer

  • First Recruitment Group
  • Jan 30, 2026
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Job Description

Job Title: Resident MEP Project Engineer
Location: Stansted Airport, Essex, CM24 1RW, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Temporary (Contingent Worker)
Start Date: 02/02/2026
End Date: 31/08/2026
Hours: 40 hours per week / 5 days per week

  • Minimum on-site presence: 3 days per week
  • Maximum on-site presence: 5 days per week

IR35 Status: Off Payroll Working Applies (Inside IR35)

Qualifications Required: HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Vetting Required: Yes, BPSS level

Role Overview:

We are seeking two STN-TP Project Engineers (MEP / Fitout) to support the Project Manager in delivering multiple projects across both design and on-site execution phases. The successful candidates will bring strong fit-out experience and ideally a background in aviation or similarly complex operational environments

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support project delivery from design through to site implementation
  • Manage and coordinate contractor drawing submissions and SME reviews via Aconex
  • Track and ensure timely close-out of design comments
  • Lead design management activities and ensure alignment with project requirements
  • Review and respond to technical queries related to contractor designs
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to maintain project momentum and quality

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in fit-out projects, ideally within aviation or transport infrastructure
  • Strong understanding of design coordination and document control systems (e.g., Aconex)
  • Ability to manage technical reviews and resolve design-related queries
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Willingness to be based on-site at Stansted Airport up to three days per week