Mechanical Building Services Engineer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer for Northampton. The role focuses on living design for residential, student accommodation and hotel projects, with responsibilities across the full project lifecycle.

You will develop mechanical/public health designs from initial concept through to handover, collaborating with estimating, BIM and delivery teams. A Level 4/5 qualification in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering is preferred, with strong

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical and public health building services design.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge across mechanical and public health services.
• Experience across multiple projects within a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of Building Safety Act and Higher Risk Buildings.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work with budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical and public health designs through project stages up to BSRIA Stage 6.
• Support the estimating team with tenders for design and build projects.
• Work with the BIM team to develop spatially coordinated 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Support project teams through installation, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure designs comply with employer requirements, statutory requirements and relevant standards.
• Liaise with specialist subcontractors and suppliers involved in project delivery.

Skills

Mechanical design

Public health design

Multi-project management

Collaboration

Communication

Building Safety Act awareness

Education

Level 4/5 Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BIM

Job description

A Mechanical Building Services Engineer is sought by an established, employee-owned specialist in Northampton. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary between £40,000 and £60,000. The successful candidate will join the Living design team, focusing on residential, student accommodation, and hotel projects.

Responsibilities span the entire project lifecycle, requiring close collaboration with estimating, BIM, and delivery teams, as well as external partners. Key duties include producing designs and technical specifications. This role suits a professional with solid mechanical services knowledge and a collaborative approach, looking to contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer Location: Northampton Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 Job Type: Full Time

The Company

An established and employee-owned building services specialist is looking to strengthen its Living design team with an experienced Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer. The business delivers mechanical and electrical building services solutions across a range of residential and accommodation-led developments, including high-rise residential, student accommodation and hotels. You''ll have exposure to the full project lifecycle, working closely with estimating, BIM and project delivery teams alongside developers, architects, contractors and specialist subcontractors. The business places a strong emphasis on collaboration, technical development and long-term career progression.

The Role

As a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing mechanical and public health building services designs across a range of residential and accommodation projects, supporting delivery from initial design through to BSRIA Stage 6 and project handover. The role will include:

• Developing mechanical and public health designs through the various project stages up to BSRIA Stage 6
• Supporting the estimating team with the production of tenders for design and build projects
• Working with the BIM team to develop spatially coordinated 3D models and 2D drawings
• Supporting project teams throughout installation, commissioning and handover
• Ensuring designs comply with employer requirements, statutory requirements and relevant technical standards
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, environmental requirements and quality standards
• Liaising with specialist subcontractors involved in project delivery
• Working with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure the correct application of mechanical plant and equipment
• Attending and contributing to internal and external design and project meetings
• Identifying and proposing alternative design solutions where they provide technical or commercial benefits
• Monitoring design progress and producing design progress reports
• Managing multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Continuing to develop technical knowledge through CPD, training and hands-on project experience

Requirements

The successful Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer will ideally have:

• Proven experience in mechanical and public health building services design
• Comprehensive technical knowledge across mechanical and public health services
• Experience working across multiple projects within a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and a ''right first time'' approach
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve design challenges
• Understanding of the Building Safety Act and requirements relating to Higher Risk Buildings
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of developing designs within agreed cost plans and budgets
• Ability to work collaboratively with developers, architects, structural engineers, consultants, main contractors and specialist subcontractors
• Clear and concise communication skills, both internally and externally
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• A minimum Level 4/5 qualification relevant to Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Company car or car allowance
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance
• Pension scheme w