Hybrid

The Company: Inter disciplinary construction consultancy established for 60 years with 6 UK offices servicing projects across a variety of sectors up to £40m in value and an impressive portfolio of blue chip clients. The Role:

• Lead building services design projects within a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborating with other disciplines to deliver complete scheme designs.
• Take ownership of resolving technical challenges and troubleshooting issues that arise.
• Stay up to date of advancements in building services technology and industry trends, applying knowledge to drive continuous improvement in design methodologies and processes.

Duties:

• Proficient in undertaking design work through all RIBA Stages including feasibility report, concept designs, spatial coordination, detailed design, construction monitoring, and handover.
• Ensuring compliance with UK building regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide expertise in selecting and specifying mechanical equipment, materials and components, considering factors like performance, cost, and sustainability goals.
• Delivering or inputting into decarbonisation, sustainability and net-zero carbon strategies.

Skills and requirements:

• Accredited Building Services degree and significant experience in a similar role.
• Working towards IEng of CEng with CIBSE, IET or IMechE.
• Ability to work using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of the role.
• Excellent communication with ability to articulate complicated issues to clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to inspire confidence both internally and externally, and then use this to strengthen client relationships.
• Ambition and willingness to learn while demonstrating a high level of diligence and organisational skills.
• Strong working knowledge of British Standards, codes of practice and relevant design guidance and standards.
• Software experience: - AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux/Relux, Trimble Pro-Design, Bluebeam

Knowledge of:

• Electrical systems design: LV distribution, small power, general and emergency lighting, containment, fire detection and alarm, security detection and alarm, access control, CCTV and lightning protection.
• Electrical design calculations: cable sizing and lighting calculations.
• Building codes and standards.
• Energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Construction materials and methods.
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Market leading annual leave options
• Agile/hybrid working policy
• Innovative training and development program
• Pension
• Private healthcare

Our client is a privately owned building services consultancy established in 1987. They have experienced steady growth by providing first class project delivery and now consist of a team of 50 multi-disciplinary Building Services and Sustainability Engineers. They are looking for a Sustainability Consultant/BREEAM Assessor to work on some of the UK’s largest high end residential and hotel projects. Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of six people working on sustainability initiatives.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and initiatives.
• Monitor and report on progress towards sustainability goals.
• Work with other departments to ensure that sustainability is integrated into all aspects of the projects.
• Stay up to date with the latest sustainability trends and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant sustainability standards and regulations.
• Communicate sustainability initiatives and progress to our clients.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of sustainability standards and regulations.
• Experience managing a team of people.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of BREEAM and SAP.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

They are offering:

• Salary ranges up to £55,000
• Enhanced medical cash plan for employees and family.
• Private medical and dental insurance (Bupa).
• Pension
• 25 days holiday (plus public holidays).

       

Client: Full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting firm. Founded in 1898, headquartered in the USA with a global presence of 75 offices worldwide and employing c10,000 staff. Specialising in providing comprehensive solutions for a variety of industries, including energy, aerospace, water, transportation, environmental, and industrial sectors. The firm is committed to delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions and offer a wide range of services, from conceptual design and detailed engineering to construction management and ongoing operations support. With a reputation for excellence, they are renowned for their client focused approach and have a proven track record of delivering complex projects worldwide. As a 100% employee-owned company, it emphasizes a strong culture of collaboration, professional growth, and community involvement, creating an environment where employees are empowered to lead and make a lasting impact on the projects they work on.   Role: This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office.  The contract is a 6-month duration initially and it has the potential to become a permanent position. You should be able to fulfil duties and responsibilities of a discipline lead for small to medium sized projects. In support of large and hyperscale projects a senior engineer should take responsibility for critical systems and/or substantial aspects of the design including the ownership, resourcing, and execution of project design changes.

• Planning and monitoring of project resourcing.
• Management of deliverables and fulfilment of scope, ensuring quality standards are hit.
• Enforce standards and practices.
• Lead a discipline team of Staff and Assistant Level Mechanical, Electrical, and PH Engineers.
• SPOC for project Client facing with the ability to discuss and agree Client requirements.
• Lead discipline presentations.
• Participate in Work Winning activities including assisting with the development of bid stage technical solutions.
• Supporting future business opportunities through client engagement and elevation of the company brand.
• Datacenter or telecommunication facility experience and knowledge of critical facility design.
• Experience at the concept design level to assist with the development of data center masterplans.
• Ability to write specifications for equipment, devices, and materials.
• Ensuring team welfare and wellbeing in the execution of the project.
• Monitoring of engineer development and progression of deliverables throughout the program.

Client: A dynamic and forward-thinking property consultancy, working at the intersection of development, planning, sales, and strategic advice. They partner with landowners, developers, and investors to unlock value and deliver high-quality outcomes across residential and mixed-use projects. Known for their commercial insight and hands-on approach, they pride themselves on combining technical expertise with a collaborative, people-first culture. Their team works closely with clients throughout the full lifecycle of a project, offering tailored solutions rather than one-size-fits-all advice. Ambition, integrity, and teamwork underpin everything they do.  They offer a supportive environment where individuals are trusted, encouraged to take responsibility, and given the opportunity to grow their skills and careers while contributing to meaningful projects.   Role:

• Undertake electrical design work consisting of surveys, design, drawings and specifications for projects. Work in conjunction with other Client design team members as required as part of an overall project team. Ensure the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements Specify products, equipment and installation standards relating to electrical services suitable for the costing and installation by Contractors.
• Where required, take a lead role for on projects involving both mechanical and electrical services where we are working in conjunction with other design team members.
• Prepare budget costs for schemes and maintain these during the design stage of a project. Issue a pre-tender estimate to the QS (if part of the project remit). Obtain assistance from Associate Engineers where required.
• Comment on electrical services valuations during the construction process.
• Attend project design meetings, technical meetings, Value Engineering Workshops, Risk Workshops etc as required by the project.
• Attend site as part of the construction phase activities of projects and participate in site meetings. Undertake snagging, preparation of snagging lists, valuations (if required) and end of defects inspections as required. When undertaking valuations where we are acting as Lead Consultant these are normally undertaken on a monthly basis and include the preparation of Certificates and Valuation paperwork for submission to the Client to allow payment authorisation.
• Undertake surveys and reports for the company including Feasibility studies, and Condition Surveys and generate reports meeting the company report format.
• Undertake presentations for projects relating to electrical services.
• Advise Clients and other designers on energy use and conservation in a range of buildings and sites, aiming to minimise the environmental impact and reduce the carbon footprint.
• Undertake tender reviews and provide recommendation reports for the appointment of Contractors. This shall be in conjunction with other Design Team members where required.
• Work in conjunction with other Fstaff members on design work as part of an overall project team. In particular work with the Junior and Intermediate members of staff to support the project and to assist in their development.
• Use and champion the use of Amtech for electrical services design work in the office and develop a standard set of output documents and calculations for tender issue.
• Champion the use of BIM, Revit and TAS for mechanical and electrical services design and drawing work in the office where required for projects.
• Consider with the other Directors, the use of new working methods/technology to reduce design times and to improve the overall quality of the output documents. Assist with implementation
• Promote the business at events and functions where representing the company.
• Participate in the Staff Review process which is undertaken on an annual basis.
• Participate in the health and review process within the company and adhere to the Health and Safety procedures in place.
• Work attire shall be smart, suitable for business. When attending meetings on construction sites then more casual clothing is acceptable. PPE is provided (hi-vis vest, hard hat, gloves and glasses) and site boots shall be purchased by the individual and reimbursed via expenses.
• Complete the company timesheets system on a weekly basis to record time worked on specific project tasks.
• Develop Client relationships with the aim to obtain repeat business for the company.
• Undertake CPD training to continue your education and training.

Client: A dynamic and forward-thinking property consultancy, working at the intersection of development, planning, sales, and strategic advice. They partner with landowners, developers, and investors to unlock value and deliver high-quality outcomes across residential and mixed-use projects. Known for their commercial insight and hands-on approach, they pride themselves on combining technical expertise with a collaborative, people-first culture. Their team works closely with clients throughout the full lifecycle of a project, offering tailored solutions rather than one-size-fits-all advice. Ambition, integrity, and teamwork underpin everything they do.  They offer a supportive environment where individuals are trusted, encouraged to take responsibility, and given the opportunity to grow their skills and careers while contributing to meaningful projects.   Role:

• Work shall generally be in conjunction with a Senior Electrical Engineer or Associate assisting in the survey, design, specification and contract administration process. The aim is to increase the design, construction and practical knowledge of the individual to achieve Senior Engineer status. The work would be a mixture of survey, design work, CAD work, office-based project administration and site attendances generally in conjunction with a Senior Engineer. It is expected that the individual would be able to undertake smaller projects with less Senior Engineer involvement after a period of employment with the company.
• Utilise Amtech and Dialux software for calculations. Undertake basic calculations on cable sizing, lighting selections etc.
• Undertake Electrical design work consisting of surveys, design, drawings and specifications for projects. Work in conjunction with other Client design team members as required as part of an overall project team. Ensure the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements Produce marked up drawings for CAD by others or direct CAD design drawings for issue. Select and specify products, equipment and installation standards relating to Electrical services suitable for the costing and installation by Contractors.
• Assist Senior Engineers in the preparation of budget costs i.e. obtaining quotations from manufacturers for plant and equipment.
• Attend project design meetings, technical meetings, Value Engineering Workshops, Risk Workshops etc as required by the project in conjunction with Senior Engineers.
• Attend site as part of the construction phase activities of projects and participate in site meetings. Assist in the preparation of snagging lists, valuations (if required) and end of defects inspections as required. We utilise a web and phone based Snagging App software called Insite Teams for snagging and defects inspections.
• Undertake surveys and reports for the company in conjunction with a Senior Engineer including Feasibility studies, and Condition Surveys and generate reports meeting the company report format.
• Work in conjunction with other staff members on design work as part of an overall project team.
• Participate in the QA Review process for projects which is undertaken throughout the project design and construction process.
• Advise Clients and other designers on energy use and conservation in a range of buildings and sites, aiming to minimise the environmental impact and reduce the carbon footprint.
• Participate in the tender review process with others and assists in providing recommendation reports for the appointment of Contractors.
• Work attire shall be smart, suitable for business. When attending meetings on construction sites then more casual clothing is acceptable. PPE is provided (hi-vis vest, hard hat, gloves and glasses) and site boots shall be purchased by the individual and reimbursed via expenses.
• Participate in the Staff Review process which is undertaken on an annual basis.
• Complete the company timesheets system on a weekly basis to record time worked on specific project tasks.
• Undertake CPD training to continue your education and training.
• Participate in the health and review process within the company and adhere to the Health and Safety procedures in place.

Overview: International, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering engineering, sustainability and design excellence across the built environment. With a strong global presence spanning the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Australia, they work with some of the world’s leading architects, developers and asset owners to create buildings and infrastructure that are innovative, resilient and future-ready. This client is an award-winning global consultancy that has been named Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022 and 2021. They are at the forefront of the industry, priding themselves on an exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable projects. Sustainability runs through everything they do, and their people are empowered to drive change and decarbonise the built environment. By the end of this decade, they have set an ambitious goal to only work on projects that meet their zero carbon design criteria, a commitment they have called their Zero Carbon Design 2030 goal. They need engineers who share this passion for sustainability and thrive in designing energy efficient buildings and communities. Their Building Services team are a source of world leading expertise and offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence. The Role: This is an excellent opportunity for skilled electrical engineer to join their team in Birmingham and play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of innovative electrical design solutions for some of the most exciting building projects in the UK and internationally. Working across a variety of sectors including Government, Critical Systems, Healthcare, Workplace and Residential, you will work in a team of expert engineers and technicians and work closely with colleagues of various disciplines to help manage the delivery of technically-excellent, profitable projects for high profile public and private clients. You’ll have the opportunity over time to assume greater levels of responsibility and autonomy as your professional skills develop and with accredited professional development programmes from CIBSE and IET, you’ll be fully supported towards achieving chartership. You will be working in a team that work collaboratively, have a high-performance culture and believe that each member is vital to the team, office and business. Working with the team leaders areas of development will be agreed targeted, providing exposure to facets of engineering that will help you develop your skill set. Qualifications: Educated to degree level in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (MEng or BEng or equivalent), and having gained relevant experience within a consultancy environment (design and coordination of electrical distribution and power generation, lighting, security systems etc), you should be well versed in the use of relevant design software including ProDesign (Amtech) and ideally, Revit and Dialux. You have proven ability in producing low energy design solutions, carrying out site inspections and surveys, detail design development, and crucially – you have a passion for creative and intuitive design. Given the collaborative and client focused nature of this role, excellent communication skills and experience of using your initiative to overcome challenges are essential. A professional that has a collaborative outlook, helping themselves and team to deliver.

Client: This organisation provides creative, sustainable and energy efficient design solutions from concept through to delivery for national contractors, end users and developers.  They have an impressive portfolio of MEP schemes (up to £80m) and are growing from strength to strength in a sector dominating the Engineering industry. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Design engineer to join their expanding team to help deliver some of the outstanding buildings and projects that they work on including schemes across the education, high rise residential, large-scale commercial, stadia, and healthcare sectors. While a solid technical understanding of Electrical Building Services is required, they are looking for an individual with the ability to think laterally and apply learning and experience to new challenges.  It's also vitally important every member of the team shares their values which embodies their approach to project delivery. Role: The purpose of this role is to provide the Electrical Design and Technical expertise in supporting project delivery.  Working closely with the Project team, Project Leader and wider Design Team whilst contributing to consistency in delivery and technical knowledge. Representing the company (both internally and externally) by maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Project Delivery

• Ensuring consistent production of well-considered technical solutions.
• Working collaboratively through clear communication with all members of the internal and external Project Team to ensure the successful delivery for all.
• Inputting to and following the QA process to maintain the quality of all project deliverables in terms of both presentation and technical accuracy.
• Working alongside the Project Leader/Senior Engineers to establish timescales and resource requirements.

Project Leadership

• Leading by example in terms of attitude and commitment.
• Providing support and leadership to Junior/Trainee Engineers.
• Leading the development of the design aspects within your control to achieve the desired outcomes in the most efficient manner.
• Consistent application of the latest learning and development initiatives and opportunities as identified through the development process.

Technical Standards

• Carrying out design calculations and providing technical input to ensure solutions are correctly implemented.
• Creating drawings, reports and specifications that clearly demonstrate the requirements of the system/project to communicate information appropriately.
• Striving to develop knowledge and understand of all aspects of building services design to provide a greater depth of expertise.
• Utilising digital delivery resource in ensuring consistency in quality of delivered material whilst meeting project deadlines.
• Recording and imparting knowledge and lessons learnt to the wider team for the benefit of all.
• Utilise technical excellence and latest industry thinking within project delivery.
• Ensuring the project QA process is adhered to and utilised by default.

  This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to grow and develop their skill set and work alongside an experienced and respected team, in a vastly growing business sector.  

Client: This organisation provides creative, sustainable and energy efficient design solutions from concept through to delivery for national contractors, end users and developers.  They have an impressive portfolio of MEP schemes (up to £80m) and are growing from strength to strength in a sector dominating the Engineering industry. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Design engineer to join their expanding team to help deliver some of the outstanding buildings and projects that they work on including schemes across the education, high rise residential, large-scale commercial, stadia, and healthcare sectors. While a solid technical understanding of Electrical Building Services is required, they are looking for an individual with the ability to think laterally and apply learning and experience to new challenges.  It's also vitally important every member of the team shares their values which embodies their approach to project delivery. Role: The purpose of this role is to provide the Electrical Design and Technical expertise in supporting project delivery.  Working closely with the Project team, Project Leader and wider Design Team whilst contributing to consistency in delivery and technical knowledge. Representing the company (both internally and externally) by maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Project Delivery

• Ensuring consistent production of well-considered technical solutions.
• Working collaboratively through clear communication with all members of the internal and external Project Team to ensure the successful delivery for all.
• Inputting to and following the QA process to maintain the quality of all project deliverables in terms of both presentation and technical accuracy.
• Working alongside the Project Leader/Senior Engineers to establish timescales and resource requirements.

Project Leadership

• Leading by example in terms of attitude and commitment.
• Providing support and leadership to Junior/Trainee Engineers.
• Leading the development of the design aspects within your control to achieve the desired outcomes in the most efficient manner.
• Consistent application of the latest learning and development initiatives and opportunities as identified through the development process.

Technical Standards

• Carrying out design calculations and providing technical input to ensure solutions are correctly implemented.
• Creating drawings, reports and specifications that clearly demonstrate the requirements of the system/project to communicate information appropriately.
• Striving to develop knowledge and understand of all aspects of building services design to provide a greater depth of expertise.
• Utilising digital delivery resource in ensuring consistency in quality of delivered material whilst meeting project deadlines.
• Recording and imparting knowledge and lessons learnt to the wider team for the benefit of all.
• Utilise technical excellence and latest industry thinking within project delivery.
• Ensuring the project QA process is adhered to and utilised by default.

  This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to grow and develop their skill set and work alongside an experienced and respected team, in a vastly growing business sector.    

Client: This organisation provides creative, sustainable and energy efficient design solutions from concept through to delivery for national contractors, end users and developers.  They have an impressive portfolio of MEP schemes (up to £80m) and are growing from strength to strength in a sector dominating the Engineering industry. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design engineer to join their expanding team to help deliver some of the outstanding buildings and projects that they work on including schemes across the education, high rise residential, large-scale commercial, stadia, and healthcare sectors. While a solid technical understanding of Mechanical Building Services is required, they are looking for an individual with the ability to think laterally and apply learning and experience to new challenges.  It's also vitally important every member of the team shares their values which embodies their approach to project delivery.   Role: The purpose of this role is to provide the Mechanical Design and Technical expertise in supporting project delivery.  Working closely with the Project team, Project Leader and wider Design Team whilst contributing to consistency in delivery and technical knowledge. Representing the company (both internally and externally) by maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Project Delivery

• Ensuring consistent production of well-considered technical solutions.
• Working collaboratively through clear communication with all members of the internal and external Project Team to ensure the successful delivery for all.
• Inputting to and following the QA process to maintain the quality of all project deliverables in terms of both presentation and technical accuracy.
• Working alongside the Project Leader/Senior Engineers to establish timescales and resource requirements.

Project Leadership

• Leading by example in terms of attitude and commitment.
• Providing support and leadership to Junior/Trainee Engineers.
• Leading the development of the design aspects within your control to achieve the desired outcomes in the most efficient manner.
• Consistent application of the latest learning and development initiatives and opportunities as identified through the development process.

Technical Standards

• Carrying out design calculations and providing technical input to ensure solutions are correctly implemented.
• Creating drawings, reports and specifications that clearly demonstrate the requirements of the system/project to communicate information appropriately.
• Striving to develop knowledge and understand of all aspects of building services design to provide a greater depth of expertise.
• Utilising digital delivery resource in ensuring consistency in quality of delivered material whilst meeting project deadlines.
• Recording and imparting knowledge and lessons learnt to the wider team for the benefit of all.
• Utilise technical excellence and latest industry thinking within project delivery.
• Ensuring the project QA process is adhered to and utilised by default.

  This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to grow and develop their skill set and work alongside an experienced and respected team, in a vastly growing business sector.  

Client: This organisation provides creative, sustainable and energy efficient design solutions from concept through to delivery for national contractors, end users and developers.  They have an impressive portfolio of MEP schemes (up to £80m) and are growing from strength to strength in a sector dominating the Engineering industry. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design engineer to join their expanding team to help deliver some of the outstanding buildings and projects that they work on including schemes across the education, high rise residential, large-scale commercial, stadia, and healthcare sectors. While a solid technical understanding of Mechanical Building Services is required, they are looking for an individual with the ability to think laterally and apply learning and experience to new challenges.  It's also vitally important every member of the team shares their values which embodies their approach to project delivery.   Role: The purpose of this role is to provide the Mechanical Design and Technical expertise in supporting project delivery.  Working closely with the Project team, Project Leader and wider Design Team whilst contributing to consistency in delivery and technical knowledge. Representing the company (both internally and externally) by maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Project Delivery

• Ensuring consistent production of well-considered technical solutions.
• Working collaboratively through clear communication with all members of the internal and external Project Team to ensure the successful delivery for all.
• Inputting to and following the QA process to maintain the quality of all project deliverables in terms of both presentation and technical accuracy.
• Working alongside the Project Leader/Senior Engineers to establish timescales and resource requirements.

Project Leadership

• Leading by example in terms of attitude and commitment.
• Providing support and leadership to Junior/Trainee Engineers.
• Leading the development of the design aspects within your control to achieve the desired outcomes in the most efficient manner.
• Consistent application of the latest learning and development initiatives and opportunities as identified through the development process.

Technical Standards

• Carrying out design calculations and providing technical input to ensure solutions are correctly implemented.
• Creating drawings, reports and specifications that clearly demonstrate the requirements of the system/project to communicate information appropriately.
• Striving to develop knowledge and understand of all aspects of building services design to provide a greater depth of expertise.
• Utilising digital delivery resource in ensuring consistency in quality of delivered material whilst meeting project deadlines.
• Recording and imparting knowledge and lessons learnt to the wider team for the benefit of all.
• Utilise technical excellence and latest industry thinking within project delivery.
• Ensuring the project QA process is adhered to and utilised by default.

  This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to grow and develop their skill set and work alongside an experienced and respected team, in a vastly growing business sector.