MEP Assistant Design Engineer

Ferrovial Agroman SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Health and wellness initiatives

Job summary

Ferrovial Agroman SA is seeking an MEP Assistant Design Engineer based in London or Birmingham. This role involves coordinating MEP and CMS services, ensuring design compliance, and liaising with various stakeholders across project stages.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering and have experience with railway projects. Responsibilities include monitoring design progress and supporting construction teams for effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in design systems integration of Railway Projects desirable.
• Collaborative team player with good communication skills.
• Experience relevant to rail track on major construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MEP and CMS services across all project stages.
• Support design team with design development and reviews.
• Liaise with consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Design systems integration

Communication skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Knowledge of safety legislation

Basic awareness of BIM / 3D design tools

Education

Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

CEng (PWAy Institute or ICE) preferred

Tools

BIM / 3D design tools

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track‑record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2,920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high‑speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross‑business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting‑edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

MEP Assistant Design Engineer

Department: Engineering/Design

Location: London or Birmingham

Key Responsibilities

As MEP Assistant Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:

• Coordination of MEP and CMS services across all project stages, ensuring integration with civil works.
• Support design team with design development, reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Contribute to MEP coordination meetings and track actions to closure.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve technical issues.
• Manage and coordinate the MEP and CMS design for the HS2 track slab (Resilient in situ and/or Standard slab) throughout the design and construction technical life cycles, working with the design and construction teams, the designers, client, and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress of MEP works and report regularly to the Project Manager.
• Ensure all MEP installations meet statutory, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Ensure the CMS design comply with the appropriate client standards, including construction design management (CDM) regulations.
• Coordination of the CMS design delivery for a high‑speed track contract, under the guidance of the Track Design Lead, including integration of any temporary stages, integration of assurance and managing the delivery of the associated digital deliverables, in line with the construction and overall project programme, cost and client requirements.
• The candidate will be responsible for coordinating the designers and the supply chain inputs needed to achieve an efficient and compliant design for these elements.
• Close liaison with the Designer to ensure the design delivery on time, optimised and in accordance with the client’s requirements is essential.
• Work closely with supply chain providing the CMS elements, client subject matter expert and other contractors. The role involves contributing to the management of the associated interfaces.
• Attend the weekly meetings with the construction team and broader design team and client in Birmingham and/or London.
• Attending / chairing meetings for track design related issues during design and construction and provide technical support for their mitigation.
• Support the Client with identifying change, risk and opportunities and constantly striving for efficiencies and cost savings.
• Aid in the study of optimisation and liaison with the commercial, planning, design delivery teams, and designers.
• Support the link and coordination with construction teams for management of track related issues.
• Provide technical input and support to commercial administration of the contract.
• Close out track slab issues within area of responsibility in a timely manner.
• Review of monitoring reports and certificates.
• Support delivery of progressive technical assurance during design, construction and handover process.

What do you bring to the role?

Minimum Requirements for the Position

• Experience in design systems integration of Railway Projects desirable.
• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• CEng (PWAy Institute or ICE) desirable.
• Experience relevant to rail track on major construction projects, including design, modelling, or construction support.
• A sound understanding of rail design codes.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental legislation, impact mitigation and dealing with statutory authorities.
• Experience in managing and liaising with third parties and other contractors.
• Collaborative team player with good communication skills.
• Organised and detail‑oriented, with ability to track multiple interfaces and actions.
• Basic awareness of BIM / 3D design tools and coordination processes.
• Professional and proactive approach when working with designers, partners and stakeholders.

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