Associate Director Building Services Engineer (Mechanical)

Pick Everard; Leicester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Career development

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Pick Everard in the UK is seeking an exceptional Associate Director Building Services Engineer (Mechanical) to join our Building Services team. The role blends hands-on technical delivery with project leadership and line management across diverse projects, primarily in custodial and justice sectors.

You'll work with BIM/3D design, manage budgets, foster client relationships, and help evolve our business. Based in Nottingham, with options for Sheffield or London, the role offers career

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical building services / HVAC design.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or IEng, or equivalent UK recognized qualification.
• Hands-on knowledge of BIM tools and building services software.
• Knowledge of current UK Building Regulations and low/zero carbon technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of a wide range of building services projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee cost management, feasibility studies and design coordination.
• Manage contracts and support full lifecycle of projects.
• Engage with clients, contractors and end-users.

Skills

Mechanical building services design

Team leadership

Verbal communication

Revit MEP experience

UK Building Regulations knowledge

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or IEng/BEng

Tools

IES

Hevacomp

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

Do you thrive in a collaborative workplace where your ideas and voice are valued?

Would you enjoy working on diverse projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK?

Do you want to work within a collaborative, dynamic environment, with a team of highly skilled and like-minded professionals?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for an exceptional Associate Director Building Services Engineer (Mechanical) to join our thriving Building Services team in Nottingham. This role can also be based out of Sheffield or London.

The role combines hands‑on technical delivery with project leadership and line management, requiring proficiency in BIM/3D design, excellent communication, and people skills. The ideal candidate will manage projects and finances, build strong client relationships, influence improvements, and support business growth. You'll be working primarily within our Custodial and Justice division, but will have the opportunity to work across a variety of projects.

At Pick Everard, you will work across a variety of projects spanning multiple sectors, offering both technical and creative rewards. Joining a supportive network as part of a national team, you can expect to receive valuable training, guidance and genuine scope for career development.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design and management of a wide range of building services projects.


• Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.


• Overseeing framework cost management, feasibility studies, consultancy, design, and project/construction management.


• Influencing and implementing business strategy.


• Managing contract administration and supporting the full project lifecycle.


• Engaging with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and end‑users.


• Contributing to business development through bid proposals and client presentations.


• Supervising and mentoring a team of engineers and technicians.


• Assisting in the management of project resources and overall cost control.


• Compliance with Health & Safety requirements, practices and procedures.

Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here: Life at PickEverard - Pick Everard

Our ideal Associate Director Building Services Engineer (Mechanical) must have:

• Significant experience of mechanical building services / HVAC design (I.e. domestic water services, ventilation, heating, cooling).


• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or IEng, BEng with mechanical engineering experience.


• Hands on knowledge and understanding of IES, Hevacomp and AutoCAD;


• Knowledge of current legislation e.g. UK Building Regulations, also Low/Zero Carbon Technologies and BREEAM.


• Knowledge of current H&S/CDM requirements and current legislation e.g., UK Building Regulations.


• Excellent verbal communication – able to discuss work, coach and supervise employees.


• Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to remain self - motivated whilst driving team performance.


• Resource planning and excellent team management experience.


• Experience with Revit MEP.


• The ability to develop effective team management skills.

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We're committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.

What We Offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.


• Career and Professional Development.


• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.


• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.


• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.


• Stakeholder pension.


• Professional subscriptions.


• Employee Discount Scheme.


• Eyecare Scheme.


• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at [e-mail]. We'll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.