Senior Building Services Engineer –HVAC

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Senior Building Services Engineer for a 3–6 month contract. The role involves leading design processes and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, with a pay rate of 50–60/hour. The position offers hybrid working, catering to experienced professionals with a background in HVAC systems. Join a dynamic team to make a significant impact on complex engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Proven HVAC and Building Services design experience, including ventilation.
• Track record of delivering successful design solutions.
• Strong understanding of safety legislation and statutory regulations.

Responsibilities

• Define and distribute scopes of work for projects.
• Lead the design and engineering process.
• Ensure compliance with safety legislation and industry codes.

Skills

HVAC design experience

Building Services design experience

Strong organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Commercial skills

Education

Degree in engineering/technical discipline

Job description

Senior Building Services Engineer (HVAC)
3–6 Month Contract – Hybrid/Remote
50–60/hour Outside IR35

Are you a seasoned Building Services Engineer looking for your next exciting challenge? Join a dynamic team delivering design studies, technical solutions, and innovative HVAC systems on high–profile projects. This contract role offers the flexibility of hybrid working and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on complex engineering assignments.

The Role:
As a Senior Building Services Engineer, you'll define and distribute scopes of work to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards. You will lead the design and engineering process, ensuring all deliverables meet technical specifications and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, check, and approve designs and documentation across all project phases
• Contribute to design and safety reviews
• Deliver cost–effective technical solutions and support site surveys, installation, and commissioning
• Lead and mentor design teams while managing sub–contractors
• Ensure compliance with safety legislation, industry codes, and statutory regulations
• Prepare Design Assessment Reports (DARs) and support design substantiation or period reviews

Essential Requirements:

• Degree in a relevant engineering/technical discipline or equivalent experience
• Proven HVAC and Building Services design experience, including ventilation and piped services
• Track record of delivering successful design solutions
• Strong understanding of safety legislation and statutory regulations
• Experience leading design teams, managing sub–contractors, and bid preparation
• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and commercial skills

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership
• Experience with containment or process ventilation systems
• Knowledge of design software and outputs
• Construction site experience
• Experience in the nuclear or other highly regulated industries