Senior Mechanical Engineer - Property Services

Hoare Lea; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Property Services team. This role involves working on diverse projects across the UK, focusing on sustainability and efficiency in building services. As part of a collaborative team, you'll lead small projects, conduct technical due diligence, and ensure compliance with regulations. The company values individuality and offers extensive professional development, a supportive environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a positive impact in the built environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Stock Options

Up to 30 Days Annual Leave

9-Day Fortnight Scheme

Social and Networking Events

Professional Development Schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified design engineer with experience in refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Strong technical knowledge in primary and secondary engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver various projects while collaborating with other teams.
• Conduct condition surveys, feasibility reports, and design works.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Building Services

Technical Reporting

Sustainability Practices

Education

Chartered Engineer Qualification

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Property Services

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Property Services

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Mechanical Engineer or Senior Engineer.

Property Services - Leeds or Manchester.

About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About the role

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer or Senior to join our Property Services team based in our Leeds or Manchester offices.

It's an exciting time to join our Property Services team. All buildings change continuously under the influence of climate, use and maintenance. Efficiency and reliability are vital, and so is the journey buildings go on as they adapt and react to an ever-changing world so they need Property Services consultants who can monitor, optimise and create value throughout their lifecycle.

We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects.
• Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc.
• Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities.
• Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc.
• Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness).

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like.

The 5 key areas that we work across in Property Services include providing the following services for our clients.

• Technical Due Diligence – condition surveys, pre-acquisition surveys, dilapidation surveys, license to alter and associated reports.
• Plant Replacement – smaller project works up to £3m, boiler/chiller replacement works etc, surveys, feasibility reports, design works, construction site duties, project management, contract administration.
• Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs.
• Maintenance / operational – quarterly inspections of buildings, preventative planned maintenance, asset registers, troubleshooting, energy optimisation, EPCs.
• Sustainability and Energy Efficiency for Existing Buildings – Focus on projects for existing buildings to reduce carbon energy use and improve the building energy rating. This involves implementing sustainable practices, upgrading building systems for better energy efficiency, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. You will work on projects that aim to lower energy consumption, enhance indoor environmental quality, and contribute to the overall goal of reducing the carbon footprint of existing structures.

Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards).
• Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out).
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Experience getting involved in performance specification work, contract administration and site duties.
• Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder).
• Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline.
• Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines.

How to apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact [e-mail]

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction and Engineering Services

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