Job Opportunity: Senior Building Services Engineer

Location: Northfleet (flexible working arrangements available)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

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