Mechanical Associate

Nicholas Associates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking a Mechanical Associate - Building Services in Leeds. The role leads mechanical design delivery across diverse building projects, guiding a growing team and liaising with clients, architects and multi-disciplinary teams. You will uphold design standards and contribute to project performance and growth.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical building services design and a proactive, collaborative mindset to progress within the team and firm.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical building services design.
• Experience leading projects and managing client relationships.
• Ambitious and collaborative with progression mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design delivery across multiple building projects.
• Mentor and support a growing team of engineers.
• Work closely with clients, architects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Oversee technical quality, project performance and design standards.
• Contribute to business development and office growth.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Mentoring

Job description

Role: Mechanical Associate - Building Services

Location: Leeds

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000

Overview

A growing building design consultancy in Leeds is expanding its team following several internal promotions. They're now looking for a Mechanical Associate to help lead projects, support a developing team, and play a key role in the next phase of growth.

The Opportunity

Join a consultancy experiencing rapid growth and increasing headcount

Progression is genuinely supported and proven through recent promotions

Work on a wide range of interesting projects across residential, healthcare, commercial and more

Step into a senior role where your leadership and ideas will shape the team's future

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical design delivery across multiple building projects
• Mentor and support a growing team of engineers
• Work closely with clients, architects, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Oversee technical quality, project performance, and design standards
• Contribute to business development and office growth

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in mechanical building services design
• Confident leading projects and managing client relationships
• Experience in residential and/or healthcare sectors is beneficial
• Ambitious, collaborative, and motivated to progress

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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