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Building Services Engineer
- Location: Birmingham (occasional travel required)
- Salary: £45,000 - £63,000
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a Building Services Engineer with expertise in mechanical/electrical services to manage and support our team, ensuring the successful progression of projects. This role involves overseeing drawing production, schematics, and engineering calculations within agreed timescales.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Maintain strong industry relationships and promote the business.
- Manage projects to stay within budget and schedule.
- Identify business opportunities and additional fees.
- Review and enhance the design process in collaboration with process owners.
- Produce schematics and details in AutoCAD/Revit, adhering to engineering standards and regulations.
- Conduct engineering calculations and support project reviews for quality compliance.
- Coordinate with other disciplines and maintain knowledge of engineering standards.
- Solve engineering problems by seeking additional information from relevant sources.
- Stay updated with British Standards and industry guides.
- Liaise professionally with design team members and clients, responding to queries accurately.
- Attend client meetings and workshops confidently.
- Provide line management and support to the mechanical/electrical team.
- Monitor team performance and address issues with directors or HR.
- Complete timesheets accurately and maintain high professional standards.
- Ensure continued professional development and manage health and safety effectively.
- Maintain commercial confidentiality and adhere to company policies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent in Engineering (mechanical/electrical).
- ACIBSE certification.
- Minimum 5 years of practical design experience in building services engineering.
- High-level working knowledge of CAD/Revit.
- Familiarity with UK mechanical/electrical design standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to multitask with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication at all levels.
- High level of professionalism.
- Flexible and resilient with a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Team-focused with strong interpersonal skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel to client sites.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel (desirable).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with annual reviews and bonus scheme.
- Generous annual leave, increasing with service.
- Company pension scheme and sponsorship for external studies.
- Professional subscriptions, Employee Assistance Programme, and private medical insurance.
- Flexible working options, Cycle to Work Scheme, and eye care vouchers.
- Regular social events and a birthday bonus.
To apply for the Building Services Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
