Building Services Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary building services consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Building Services Engineer. This role involves leading the design and delivery of projects within a collaborative team. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in building services consultancy and a degree in a relevant engineering field. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Private healthcare and enhanced pension

Ongoing CPD and professional membership support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of UK experience in building services consultancy.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of building services projects.
• Manage project teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical support.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Technical knowledge of HVAC

Building services consultancy

Education

Degree in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Senior Building Services Engineer – London

My company a leading multi-disciplinary building services consultancy with a strong reputation for technical excellence, sustainability, and client collaboration are seeking a highly skilled Senior Building Services Engineer to join their established team and play a key role in delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, coordination, and delivery of building services across multiple sectors
• Manage project teams, ensuring technical excellence and on-time delivery
• Provide mentorship and technical support to junior and intermediate engineers
• Undertake detailed calculations, reports, and specifications for mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Liaise with clients, architects, and contractors, with professionalism and expertise
• Ensure all designs comply with UK regulations, industry standards, and sustainability goals

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BEng/MEng preferred)
• Minimum 5+ years’ UK experience in building services consultancy
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it (CIBSE, IMechE, or equivalent)
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, and sustainable design principles
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills

Desirable

• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination
• Proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of low-carbon technologies and energy modelling

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension
• Ongoing CPD and professional membership support

If this role is of interest to you please contact Lany Warnakulasuriya on 01792 957386 or at [e-mail]