Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Apex Engineering Solutions; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is vital in delivering complex mechanical projects while ensuring the university's infrastructure meets high standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Mechanical Engineering and relevant qualifications, alongside practical skills in project management and budgeting. With a focus on collaboration and effective communication, you will work closely with clients and contractors to ensure successful project delivery. This position offers a generous benefits package, including annual leave and childcare support, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Jährlicher Urlaubsanspruch

Unterstützung bei der Kinderbetreuung

BUPA Cash Plan

Zugang zu Sporteinrichtungen und Mitgliedschaften

Qualifications

• Mindestens HND in Maschinenbau oder mechanischen Gebäudediensten.
• Mitgliedschaft in relevanten Institutionen oder auf dem Weg zur IENG-Status.

Responsibilities

• Erstellen von Plänen und Zeichnungen für mechanische Gebäudedienste.
• Überwachung von Auftragnehmern vor Ort von den Entwurfsphasen bis zur Umsetzung.

Skills

Projektmanagement

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Planungsfähigkeiten

Praktische Fähigkeiten

Budgetmanagement

Education

HND in Maschinenbau

Spezialqualifikation in mechanischen Disziplinen

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is a leading Russell Group University experiencing growth within their Estates Department. They are recruiting a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join an established team responsible for delivering complex mechanical projects. This role is crucial in ensuring the university’s electrical infrastructure is designed, maintained, and upgraded to high standards.

The Position

The Mechanical Building Services Engineer reports to the Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer and will be responsible for preparing mechanical building service designs, engineering drawings, specifications, and supervising mechanical building service installations across the university estate.

Responsibilities

1. Produce schemes and drawings for mechanical building services, including design calculations and estimates.
2. Prepare monthly reports for minor capital projects.
3. Create technical work specifications, including Employer’s Requirements for Design & Build projects.
4. Manage and supervise contractors on-site from initial design stages.
5. Meet with clients to determine scope, financial implications, and project planning; report on implementation and financial progress.
6. Maintain close budgetary control over projects managed by the Engineering Section.
7. Conduct feasibility studies and prepare reports.
8. Ensure all works are carried out effectively and efficiently, following established procedures and policies.
9. Adhere to LU procurement regulations and guidance.
10. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
11. Carry out Health and Safety audits when leading projects, in conjunction with Safe Systems of Work and approved procedures.
12. Liaise with external contractors to deliver mechanical installation works according to specifications.

The Person

1. Minimum of an HND in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Building Services.
2. Accredited qualification in a specialized mechanical discipline (e.g., Gas, LEV, Refrigeration).
3. Membership of relevant institutions (e.g., CIBSE) or working towards IENG status.
4. Ability to project-manage clients and contractors, including briefing processes.
5. Excellent planning skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
6. Practical skills with the ability to develop engineering solutions for new mechanical installation requirements.
7. Professional with excellent interpersonal skills to develop strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
8. Ability to manage multiple priorities within conflicting timescales.
9. Service-oriented approach to project delivery.
10. Proven ability to manage budgets effectively.
11. Competent in AutoCAD and familiar with Microsoft Office packages.

Additional benefits include a generous annual leave allowance, childcare support initiatives, BUPA Cash Plan, and access to sports facilities and memberships.