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• Senior Electrical Engineer

  London - City, EC2

  to £60,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join one of leaders within the building services industry based in Berkshire. Their Building Services team require a Senior Electrical Engineer to take full responsibility for the electrical services and the overall coordination of all services of a wide variety of projects. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary design team for several clients covering a range of activities from project feasibility through to detailed design and construction support. This exciting role will involve leading teams working on demanding large-scale projects both in the UK and potentially overseas. Working closely with clients, architects and other members of the professional team you will take an active role in establishing the brief, leading the design and developing potential solutions in order to assist in delivering high quality projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. To succeed in this role, you should be proactive and able to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision or technical support. You will have the ability and drive to move to the next level in your career after an appropriate period. Experience and Qualifications required

  • An electrical engineering degree.
  • Proven track record of delivering projects within set time frames.
  • Experience of software’s including Amtech and Dialux/Relux.
  • Experience of designing to British standards.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Proven team player.

  Qualities required

  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload to ensure that timescales are met.
  • Good problem solving/contingency planning skills with ability to find quick, innovative and practical solutions.
  • Take responsibility for personal development.
  • Project a professional image to clients and colleagues.
  • Able to work collaboratively with others to form strong positive working relationships with colleagues, clients and contractors.

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• Mechanical Resident Engineer

  London - Covent Garden, WC2

  to £56 per hour (Inside ir35)

  Contract

  Client: Europe’s leading design, engineering, and regulatory consultancy organisation with c22,000 staff operating from 14 European countries, including 14 UK branches they design, and plan sustainable communities, infrastructure, and environments in 70 countries worldwide generating sales of £2.3 billion.  The organisation is united by a commitment to collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and creating a positive impact on the shape of tomorrow for generations to come. Role: In this critical on-site role, you will act as the company's primary representative during the construction phase of a mixed use high spec residential scheme.  You will oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical building services systems — including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, drainage, fire suppression, and related systems — ensuring full compliance with the detailed designs, specifications, relevant codes/standards, project timelines, quality expectations, and budget constraints. You will collaborate closely with contractors, subcontractors, architects, other engineering disciplines, clients, and authorities to resolve technical issues, manage variations, and deliver high-quality, sustainable building services outcomes. Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the lead on-site mechanical engineering authority and safeguarding the integrity of the mechanical building services design during construction.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and monitor the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems (e.g., air handling units, chillers, boilers, ductwork, pipework, controls/BMS, VRF systems, domestic water services, above-ground drainage, sprinklers, and specialist systems).
  • Verify that all mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, building regulations, British/European/International standards, and health & safety requirements.
  • Review and approve (or recommend) contractor technical submittals, method statements, material samples, shop drawings, and as-built documentation related to mechanical services.
  • Identify, document, and resolve site technical queries, design clarifications, and non-conformances promptly; coordinate with the design office to issue instructions or variations as needed.
  • Witness key testing and commissioning activities and verify system performance against design intent and energy targets.
  • Manage progress monitoring for mechanical packages, attend coordination and progress meetings, and contribute to overall project reporting.
  • Liaise effectively with main contractors, M&E subcontractors, client representatives, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery and minimize delays or disputes.
  • Ensure robust record-keeping, including photographic evidence, test certificates, and handover documentation to support final certification and client O&M manuals.
  • Promote and uphold the consultancy's commitment to safety, quality, and sustainable design principles on site.

  Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Resident Engineer, Clerk of Works, or Site Engineer with a strong focus on mechanical building services installation/commissioning.
  • Previous consultancy or design office background, providing insight into design intent and coordination challenges.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building controls systems in modern commercial/residential buildings.
  • Familiarity with UK/international building regulations, standards, and sustainability frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, contract administration, and change/variation management.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence contractors and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
  • Experience on complex projects.

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• Senior Electrical Engineer

  West Sussex - Horsham

  to £60,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  You will take a leading role in multiple projects with the design and production of information relating to electrical building services installation in a range of project types. You will represent the business on-site and at client meetings, and prepare high-quality information including technical specifications, designs, schematics, equipment schedules, and survey reports. You will deliver projects across a wide range of sectors including heritage, healthcare, education, and social housing, as well as bespoke residential developments and places of worship, mainly located across Southeast England. In order to fulfill this role, you need to have a good working knowledge of various types of electrical installations, an understanding of Building Regulations and relevant British Standards and related guidance, and a keen interest in buildings, energy, and creating high-quality working and living environments. Qualifications: • A minimum of HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or a directly related discipline. • A minimum of five years post-qualification experience. • Current registration with the Engineering Council UK. • Current membership of at least one relevant professional institution. • Current full UK driving license and the use of a vehicle for business. Competence: • Preparing design drawings using AutoCAD 2022. • Undertaking electrical design calculations using Trimble Pro-design. • Carrying out lighting design calculations using Relux or Dialux. • The use of Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Experience: • Ability to assist our clients with the development of a brief defining design requirements and follow up with managing client expectations from inception to completion of each project. • Sufficient experience to quickly develop realistic conceptual designs, schematics, and detailed designs in order to assist fellow professionals with shaping the building design at an early stage. • You should be able to produce substantiation calculations to demonstrate that designs will perform as required. • A good understanding of the practicalities of the installation of electrical building services systems. • An awareness and understanding of the purpose and principles of a range of mechanical building services systems. • Proactive approach to communicating with other technicians and engineers within the practice to produce carefully considered and well-coordinated engineering design drawings and written specifications. • On a daily basis, provide support and advice to staff, deal with client-related issues and provide professional services as required. • Thorough understanding and working knowledge of current legislative requirements and design standard standards influencing electrical services design, especially BS7671 and related guidance. • Actively participate in our QA process through peer review and checking the work undertaken by junior members of the team, providing constructive feedback on improving the quality of their work and supporting them to broaden their knowledge and develop their understanding. • Understanding and awareness of RIBA Plan of Work. • Manage projects against time, cost, and quality requirements. Character: • A bright and enthusiastic outlook and positive attitude. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Well-developed proactive interpersonal skills which suit a client-facing role. • The desire to work as an important and valued part of a close-knit team.

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