Job Opportunity: Senior Building Services Engineer
đź“Ť Location: Northfleet (flexible working arrangements available)
đź•’ Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
đź’° Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
đź“‹ Reporting to: Technical Director / Associate Director / Associate
🔧 Main Purpose of the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Building Services Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves providing technical leadership and line management within the mechanical/electrical team, ensuring the successful delivery of multiple projects. You’ll be responsible for overseeing drawing production—including schematics and engineering calculations—within agreed timescales, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
🧩 Principal Tasks & Responsibilities
Business Operations & Development
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Foster strong relationships with industry contacts and promote the business when opportunities arise
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Monitor project budgets and identify opportunities for additional fees
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Manage team workload to meet project schedules
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Support senior management by identifying risks and proposing solutions
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Seek and propose new business opportunities, subject to line manager approval
Design & Technical Delivery
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Review and refine design processes in collaboration with process owners
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Produce schematics, elevations, and technical details using AutoCAD/Revit
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Ensure all designs comply with UK engineering standards, CDM regulations, and internal quality procedures
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Perform and review engineering calculations
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Support project reviews and resolve technical issues to maintain timelines and quality
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Coordinate drawings with other disciplines, applying cross-functional engineering knowledge
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Stay up to date with relevant engineering and industry standards
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Communicate professionally with clients and external design team members during meetings and workshops
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Respond accurately and promptly to technical queries, RFIs, and technical submittals in line with approved products
🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile
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Proven experience in mechanical or electrical building services engineering
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Strong technical knowledge and leadership skills
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Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
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Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
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Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
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Full UK driving licence
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy working on diverse and impactful projects. If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you