Lead Building Services Engineer - Healthcare

Unispace Life Sciences; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Building Services Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. This role focuses on the design and implementation of MEP services for healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. You will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals to deliver innovative solutions for top biopharma clients. With a commitment to integrity and excellence, this company offers a supportive environment and opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the life sciences sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Paid Holiday Leave

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Arrangements

Health and Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in MEP design engineering focused on healthcare.
• Strong understanding of UK healthcare regulations and standards.
• Proven experience in leading design teams for healthcare projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of MEP services for healthcare projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

Skills

MEP Design Engineering

Healthcare Design

Project Management

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

MS Office Suite

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Lead Building Services Engineer - Healthcare

Unispace Life Sciences

London, UK

Unispace Life Sciences is one of the leading engineering design and project management firms in the industry. We deliver process and utility facility as well as laboratory and workspace design and construction projects for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, advanced therapeutics, medical device, and other life sciences companies. Part of Unispace Group, our award-winning and multi-disciplinary engineering, design, and construction project teams design and build complex process-driven life sciences facilities, labs, and workplaces for the world’s top bio-pharma companies. We promote a culture of integrity, professional excellence, and teamwork that informs everything we do. If you're interested in joining our Centre of Excellence and working with top biopharma clients around the world, we'd love to hear from you.

Role Profile

We are seeking an experienced MEP Lead with Healthcare Design Experience to join our growing Design team here at Unispace Life Sciences. This role is based out of our London studio, but we are happy to consider applicants based throughout the UK. With an attractive remuneration package, a supportive team environment, and long-term opportunities for career growth, this position will play a key role in the company’s continued expansion in the life sciences and healthcare sectors.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Lead the design, specification, and implementation of mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) building services for healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, and other regulated projects.
• Oversee technical design aspects, ensuring all MEP systems align with project requirements, relevant healthcare regulations (e.g., HTMs), as well as managing client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers (structural, electrical), public health specialists, medical planners, and project managers, to deliver integrated and efficient building services solutions for healthcare environments.
• Manage resources, budgets, and timelines for assigned projects to ensure successful delivery.
• Conduct site inspections of healthcare facilities and coordinate with contractors to ensure work adheres to design intent, healthcare standards, and quality standards.
• Provide expert guidance on the integration of sustainable and energy-efficient solutions within healthcare settings, considering specific requirements such as ventilation and water systems.
• Support the preparation of proposals, technical reports (including compliance with healthcare guidelines), and presentations for client engagement within the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
• Stay updated on industry trends, relevant healthcare standards (HTMs, HBNs), regulations, and innovations, applying them to enhance project outcomes and ensure compliance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their development within the context of healthcare design.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in MEP design engineering, with a significant focus on healthcare design.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of building services for hospitals, clinics, laboratories, pharmaceutical facilities, biotech facilities, or other highly regulated healthcare environments.
• Strong understanding of relevant UK healthcare regulations, standards, and guidance (e.g., Health Technical Memoranda - HTMs, Health Building Notes - HBNs).
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar BIM tools, along with MS Office Suite.
• Experience in leading a team and mentoring more junior members, particularly within healthcare projects.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with clinical staff, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with a strong understanding of the specific demands of healthcare project delivery.

What We Offer

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and opportunities to collaborate on diverse and impactful healthcare and life sciences projects.

Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development opportunities, and a focus on well-being.

As this role is based in our London studio, you'll need to be based in the UK, however we also offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

We are unfortunately unable to offer VISA sponsorship at this time.

Join Us

If you are passionate about joining Unispace Life Sciences and contributing to the design of innovative and critical healthcare and life sciences facilities, then please apply through our careers page.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Design Services and Construction

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