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• Senior Electrical Engineer

  London - London Bridge, SE1

  to £65,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  Role:  The Senior Electrical Engineer will excel in engineering design and be comfortable leading projects from inception to completion, working with minimal supervision. They will also assist in planning and managing an appropriate resource to deliver projects. They will prepare conceptual designs of HV and LV electrical systems, lighting, fire alarms etc and be responsible for equipment selection and calculations and assist with the preparation of the client brief. The role also requires that they are confident giving technical presentations to the professional team as well as managing site coordination meetings with contractors. The Senior Electrical Engineer will work across multiple projects at any one time, and will prioritise work to ensure timely delivery. In addition, the Senior Electrical Engineer will work with the directors to contribute to the development of improved standards and procedures within the company.   Responsibilities: Design

  • Design safe, economical and reliable electrical systems to meet the contractual scope of work and comply with the applicable standards and regulations.
  • Develop the preparation of clear and concise drawings, specifications and product schedules to define electrical systems.
  • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (e.g. architectural, structural, mechanical & public health) to minimise conflicts and avoid costly revisions.
  • Check tender submissions, drawings and technical submittals to ensure quality of products and equipment are in accordance with design.
  • Undertake site visits and monitor progress against the design.
  • Assist subcontractors to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications and resolve problems during construction.

  Management

  • Work well within the team and manages medium-sized projects internally and externally in respect of deliverables, resources and financials.
  • Assist with the review of appointment documents and scopes of service.
  • Set targets and monitor workload against deliverables.
  • Report any feedback or issues concerning either projects or team to the directors.
  • Demonstrate a good level of oral and written communication (in particular well developed report writing skills) setting the highest standards of communication both internally and externally.
  • Ensure compliance with the companys Quality Assurance procedures.
  • Build relationships and contacts with potential sources of new work, maintain existing relationships.
  • Confidently assist with the delivery of presentations and pitches.

  Health & Safety

  • Demonstrate a sound understanding of the CDM Regulations, specifically the Designers requirements.
  • Ensure completion of all risk assessment documentation in a timely manner.
  • Report all accidents/incidents or near misses.
  • Ensure adherence to all H&S requirements at all times.
  • Use and maintain appropriate PPE.
  • Demonstrate leadership in all aspects of Health & Safety.

  Training & HR Management

  • Coordinate junior staff internally, providing mentoring and leadership and help to identify opportunities for junior staff to develop.
  • Provide constructive feedback to junior staff.
  • Promote team morale and encourage cooperation, collaboration and team working;

  Technical

  • Demonstrate a good understanding of BSRIA BG6 and RIBA stages, Part L, BREEAM and renewable technologies.
  • Demonstrate a general understanding of other MEP engineering disciplines, other than your own, sufficient to understand their impact in the overall design, and converse at a high level.
  • Ensure proficiency in the use of the following systems; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Trimble (formerly Amtech) or Cymap, DIALux or similar.
  • Develop ability to use AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Attained or working towards Chartered status.
  • Undertake Continual Professional Development by reading technical journals, attending relevant IEE/CIBSE technical seminars from time to time and attending in house seminars aimed at increasing technical and operational knowledge.

  Financial

  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of project costing principles and control changes during project development.
  • Utilise strong financial management skills to negotiate additional fees with the client that may be due.
  • Forecast resourcing via Union Square management database.
  • Assist with preparation of fee proposals.
  • Maintain required level of utilisation and complete timesheet on a weekly basis.
  • Assist directors and principals to ensure that projects are invoiced promptly, and assist with debt collection.

  Project Interface

  • Represent the company at design team and client meetings with confidence.
  • Liaise with clients and othersto obtain technical and operational information relating to the projects.
  • Maintain a project overview at all times, able to provide updates on project status to client and others whenever required.
  • Keep project documentation up-to-date and comply with file management protocols.

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• Senior Electrical Engineer

  London - City, EC2

  £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  This is a career changing opportunity for an Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer to work with an innovative MEP design consultancy where you will be given complete autonomy over design and financial aspects of projects, and a realistic opportunity to progress. The company was established in 2002 and is an independent Mechanical & Electrical design consultancy that provides the full range of MEP Building Services.  Boasting an impressive client list in the hospitality, commercial, finance, retail, and residential sectors, the company operate on projects across the UK, Ireland, & Mainland Europe. The Senior leadership are actively involved in day-to-day client delivery, and the entire teams professional and personable approach focuses on offering clients first class solutions and bespoke services that exceed expectations and provide measurable benefits. You will be joining a first-class team of dedicated technical specialists that operate in a collaborative atmosphere working alongside the UK’s leading architects, designers, and contractors. They are now looking to bring additional expertise to the electrical team with the appointment of an intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer. The main responsibilities are in the areas of project delivery and support of the group management. You should be commercially aware, be able to develop and maintain client relationships, provide technical expertise, provide support to less experienced engineers, ensure quality standards, and adopt and promote the company ethos. Requirements:

  • A Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification and relevant experience.
  • Be or be working towards chartered status.
  • Excellent technical knowledge in your primary discipline and a thorough understanding of Building Services Engineering.
  • Experience in the design and delivery of medium to large scale projects in a variety of sectors.

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• MEP Design Manager (Associate)

  London - Battersea, SW1

  to £70,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate MEP Design Manager to be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary engineering team in London. You will be required to work autonomously or with a team to develop the successful projects through clear strategy and proactive commitment nationally and internationally. The role involves review and management of the MEP engineering disciplines and MEP delivery of large-scale projects, attending project meetings, overseeing MEP engineering activities, and ensuring design completeness and quality compliance. The role will provide crucial technical support, contribute to project reporting, and represent the company professionally. Strong knowledge of international industry standards and regulations, experience in MEP design capacities, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential qualities. Role:

  • Good Knowledge of MEPF systems, relevant legislations, standards, regulations, guides and good practise nationally and internationally as appropriate, having hands-on engineering design experience from any one of the MEP disciplines; including mechanical, public health or electrical engineering.
  • Project and design management, team leadership and project delivery.
  • To attend, and chair where appropriate and working with project lead, meetings with the Client, the sub consultants, specialist contractors, internal design team and other team members where required.
  • Manage meeting minutes and actions, manage the design process and coordinate MEP engineering activities relating to the project including the management of engineering subconsultants.
  • Ensure efficient project, team and external partners/sub-consultant management, pre and post contract.
  • Support project delivery, project team performance and ensure project performance.
  • Undertake project scope and contract reviews to ensure quality and deliver against contractual obligations.
  • Work with Project lead, provide effective and timely assistance, technical advice and support during the project, and oversee the project teams responsible for producing it.
  • To contribute to Project Reporting, and Project Meetings where appropriate and manage input from others.
  • Take ownership for MEP engineering design delivery on significant sized projects.
  • To interrogate the design for completeness and quality in compliance with company procedures and standards and be an active participant in all aspects of quality assurance and project performance.
  • Ensure programme, project and design procedures and protocols are implemented and adhered to by the design team.
  • Managing, agreeing and tracking of RFIs, client decisions and approval procedures, ensuring submissions align with client expectations.
  • Supporting with communication and management of key information between different disciplines within the team.
  • Produce project delivery plans and schedule of key dependencies, MEP design activities and milestones following liaison with all Design Team members by understanding the project scope of works.
  • Monitor MEP design progress and identify areas of risk/ concern that are approaching.
  • Identification of MEP design deliverables, who they will be prepared by and when they need to be delivered.
  • Represent the company both externally and internally in professional and diligent manner always.
  • To fulfil the Practice’s overall objective in producing first class architecture and engineering on time and on budget.
  • Solid technical understanding of own core MEP engineering discipline with good understanding of the role of the building services engineer within the design team in an architectural and engineering consulting environment.
  • To contribute to MEPF Group management activities, as required by the Partner and/or the Senior Partner.

  Skills:

  • 7 years experience as either a mechanical, electrical or public health engineer and/or Design Manager / Technical Services Manager on significant projects
  • Qualified as a Chartered Engineer and degree in engineering.
  • MCIBSE/MIET/MIEE/IMechE Professional Membership Registration.
  • Experience working with a design consultancy and/or contractor in an MEP capacity, with track record of successful project delivery
  • Proven experience in working alongside multidiscipline design teams with a solid understanding and empathy of the design process.
  • Experience of working in a team environment is essential.
  • Deep understanding and knowledge of design and construction processes.
  • Good technical understanding of MEP engineering disciplines and the role of the building services engineer within the design team.
  • Good understanding of other disciplines and specialisms engaged in the design of the built environment.
  • Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities.
  • Good understanding of international Building Regulations and industry standard design reference material
  • Ability to use initiative in response to demands of project.
  • Able to negotiate and communicate well in graphical, written or verbal forms including ability to listen and to understand others.
  • Awareness of financial aspects of running a design project on time and on budget.
  • A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and a proven commitment to independent, lifelong learning.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and use of initiative in response to demands of project.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team.
  • Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally.
  • Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).
  • Enthusiastic, driven and dynamic self-starter with career progression aspirations.
  • Ability to forge strong people relationships.
  • Ability to keep clear and accurate records and reports.
  • Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team under own initiative.
  • Appreciation of different type of contracting agreements within architectural and engineering design.
  • Flexible and willing to travel to service international projects and customers.
  • Client facing with strong presentation skills.
  • Sound knowledge & working application of key health and safety issues and legislation
  • International project experience
  • Track record of project delivery in BIM
  • Broad understanding of sustainable design and the role of MEP systems design in the built environment
  • Familiarity with International design standards such as ASHRAE, including 55, 62.1, 90.1 etc.
  • Ability to use Adobe Creative Suite software
  • Experience in development and implementation of design management tools and procedures
  • Bluebeam and Navisworks.
  • LEED qualified or having working familiarity with environmental assessment methods such as LEED/BREEAM/WELL etc.

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