10 days ago
Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)
Your new company You will be joining a long‑established Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Consultancy that delivers technical design and advisory services across a wide range of sectors. Their portfolio includes commercial, industrial, education, health, leisure, hotel and residential projects, spanning both new‑build and refurbishment schemes. The consultancy is recognised for its collaborative, hands‑on engineering culture and its commitment to delivering high‑quality, tailored mechanical and electrical design solutions across the UK. Your new role As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take responsibility for producing and delivering mechanical building services designs from concept stage through to project completion. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and CAD technicians within a supportive and technically strong team.Key responsibilities include: Producing mechanical building services designs, calculations, specifications and drawings Leading or supporting mechanical design packages across multiple projects Coordinating with internal design teams, CAD specialists and external consultants Attending site surveys, inspections and design meetings Ensuring designs comply with UK Building Regulations, industry standards and client expectations Managing your own workload while contributing to wider team delivery Projects you will work on: Commercial offices and workplace fit‑outs Industrial and manufacturing facilities Education buildings Healthcare environments Hotels and leisure developments Residential and mixed‑use schemes MOD and secure‑infrastructure projects requiring robust mechanical engineering solutions These sectors reflect the consultancy's established capability within the UK construction industry. Software used: You will work with AutoCAD, IES, Hevacomp, and other modelling tools the consultancy invests in to support consistent, high‑quality design output. What you'll need to succeed Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services EngineeringExperience delivering mechanical building services designs within a consultancy environment Strong understanding of mechanical systems, UK Building Regulations and design standards Effective communication and coordination skills Ability to work independently on design tasks and manage deadlines Desirable: experience in any of the listed project sectors, including MOD or secure‑environment projects What you'll get in return Salary: £45,000-£55,000, depending on experienceOpportunity to join a reputable consultancy with a diverse and robust project pipeline Full lifecycle involvement from early concept to detailed design and delivery Supportive, collaborative engineering team Clear professional development pathway, with progression from Intermediate to Senior Hybrid working, including the option to work from home one day a week Involvement in technically varied and rewarding projects that will help develop both design and project‑leadership skills What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
- £45000.0 - £55000.0 per annum + £45,000 to £55,000
- Hays
- Birmingham, West Midlands, England
- Salary £45000.0 - £55000.0 per annum + £45,000 to £55,000
- Company Hays
- Location Birmingham, West Midlands, England
10 days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
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 Healthcare, Laboratories and commercial projects. You will be joining an employee‑owned company where you share in their success, have a real voice, enjoy profit‑sharing, and thrive in a collaborative, people‑first culture built for long‑term stability and growth. 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 mechanical 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 mechanical services suitable for the costing and installation by Contractors. Take the lead role for the company, where necessary, on projects. 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 mechanical 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. We utilise a web and phone based Snagging App software called Insite Teams for snagging and defects inspections. 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 mechanical 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. Work in conjunctin with the Junior/Intermediate Engineers in the production of base calculations using Cymap Building Services software (MEPWorx). Utilise Cymap Building Services software for steady state calculations. Utilise TAS software/engage with an external modelling company for thermal modelling in conjunction with other members of staff where required for projects needing these calculations. Assist in developing/updating a standard set of output documents and calculations for tender issue. Undertake tender reviews and provide recommendation reports for the appointment of Contractors. This shall be either in conjunction with other Design Team members where required. Work in conjunction with other staff 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. 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. Benefits: Workplace Pension scheme with an Employer contribution of 3% and Employee contribution of 5%. Salary Sacrifice on Pensions 2 x Life Insurance Private Health Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme The Company is an Employee Owned Trust (EOT) and so has a bonus scheme which is percentage based upon the total salary bill.
- £60k + benefits
- Beeby Anderson Recruitment
- Southwark, London (Greater), England
- Salary £60k + benefits
- Company Beeby Anderson Recruitment
- Location Southwark, London (Greater), England
11 days ago
Intermediate Electrical Engineer
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. You will be joining an employee‑owned company where you share in their success, have a real voice, enjoy profit‑sharing, and thrive in a collaborative, people‑first culture built for long‑term stability and growth. 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.
- to £45k + benefits
- Beeby Anderson Recruitment
- Southwark, London (Greater), England
- Salary to £45k + benefits
- Company Beeby Anderson Recruitment
- Location Southwark, London (Greater), England
11 days ago
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Your Next Career Move Starts Here Ready to lead on some of the UK's most exciting building services projects? This is your chance to join a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across commercial offices, retail developments, and mixed-use schemes. Known for technical excellence and forward-thinking design, they're trusted by major developers and architects nationwide. Your role: As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll take ownership of mechanical building services design from concept through to completion. You'll collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver projects that meet performance, compliance, and sustainability goals.Projects: Commercial & Office - New‑build and refurbishment, including complex city‑centre and conservation‑area schemes Residential & Mixed‑Use - Large‑scale housing developments, regeneration schemes, and residential‑led mixed‑use projects Education - Schools, colleges, and higher‑education facilities, including specialist STEM buildings Healthcare - Acute hospitals and healthcare infrastructure, including major PFI schemes Retail & Leisure - Retail‑led mixed‑use developments and leisure assets Public Sector & Custodial - Government, local authority, and custodial projects Infrastructure & Transport - Infrastructure‑related developments and transport‑adjacent schemes What you'll need to succeed: Extensive experience in mechanical building services design Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and low-carbon technologies Ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers Excellent communication and client-facing skills UK-based (no sponsorship available) What you'll get in return: Competitive salary up to £80,000 DOE Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work on landmark projects shaping the future of UK infrastructure What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Adam Smeddle on 0207 2598760 now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
- £65000 - £80000.0 per annum + Up to 80k DOE
- Hays
- England, London, London (Greater), England
- Salary £65000 - £80000.0 per annum + Up to 80k DOE
- Company Hays
- Location England, London, London (Greater), England
11 days ago
M&E Manager
Your new company We are partnering with a large unitary local authority to recruit an experienced M&E Manager to lead the delivery of Hard Facilities Management services across a complex and politically visible public estate.This is a senior interim role, suited to an accomplished FM professional with strong leadership, contract management, and public sector experience, capable of operating at Head-of-Service interface level. Your new role Reporting directly to the Head of FM & Capital Projects, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of Hard FM services, ensuring statutory compliance, service continuity, value for money, and high customer satisfaction.Key responsibilities include: End‑to‑end management of core Hard FM contracts (including M&E and Fabric) Senior oversight of FM supply chain partners and contractor performance Line management, coaching, and performance management of Hard FM Supervisors Ensuring full statutory compliance (Fire, Gas, Electrical, Legionella, Asbestos, LOLER, Building Safety Act / Golden Thread) Ownership of FM budgets, expenditure control, and financial reporting Leading service improvement, audit outcomes, and performance recovery plans Working collaboratively with capital projects, energy, sustainability, and corporate stakeholders Deputising for the Head of FM Delivery as required The role plays a key part in supporting the council's estate strategy, carbon reduction commitments, and wider corporate objectives. What you'll need to succeed You will be a confident senior M&E leader with the credibility to operate in a complex public sector environment.Essential: Degree‑level qualification in Building Services or Facilities Management or related discipline Strong experience managing M&E Services or Hard FM services at a senior level, ideally within a local authority or wider public sector Proven contract management expertise (NEC / JCT) In‑depth knowledge of statutory building compliance and safety legislation Experience of line managing M&E Teams or FM teams and driving performance improvement Strong financial, commercial, and stakeholder management skills Ability to present and report to senior leadership and committees Highly Desirable: NEBOSH / IOSH senior health & safety qualification Chartered or senior professional membership (IWFM, CIBSE, or equivalent) Experience of service transformation or change management within FM delivery What you'll get in return Market‑leading daily rate £380-£410 per day UmbrellaHigh‑impact senior leadership role Opportunity to influence estate strategy, compliance, and service excellence Stable, well‑structured council environment with defined governance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
- £380.0 - £410.0 per day + Paying £380 to £410 Umbrella
- Hays
- Medway, England, Kent, Kent, England
- Salary £380.0 - £410.0 per day + Paying £380 to £410 Umbrella
- Company Hays
- Location Medway, England, Kent, Kent, England