The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior Building Services Engineer to join our Advisory team within Consulting - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.

With shared office space in Birmingham, Telford, Manchester, Stafford, Sheffield and Bristol, we welcome applications from Senior Engineers across these regions.

The role

As the Senior Building Services Engineer you will function as a team leader, providing and overseeing the production of technically sound deliverables for projects within the Built Environment Mechanical and Electrical Engineering portfolio such as the preparation of designs, calculations, drawing reports and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme. The portfolio may be single or multidiscipline projects.

Key responsibilities include:

To act as a technical team leader, providing advice, guidance and supervision as appropriate to technical teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers
Managing the delivery of assigned mechanical, electrical and building services elements of multi-disciplinary projects across a range of sectors including Rail and Transportation, MOJ, MOD, and Education
Preparing and leading the preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme
Responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables
Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level and higher, including presenting proposals
Significantly contributing to and leading the preparation of bids and the general work winning function, taking responsibility for the preparation of technical and commercial offers with accountability to the delivery director
Applies engineering theory and principles to complex or ambiguous situations, where concepts need to be adapted to reach the correct outcome
Knowledge, understanding and experience of design and specification process with ability to manage others.
Demonstrates a full understanding of the project scope and acts as Design Team Lead for both minor and major projects
Highly experienced with relevant software and similar analytical tools.
Good ability to check work produced by others and able to validate and approve the use of new tools
Excellent knowledge of suppliers and the services they provide, maintained through regular contact
Excellent oral communicator, able to present arguments and ideas very well to peers, more senior colleagues and clients. Can deliver internal training workshops and presentations to clients
Demonstrates an excellent understanding of CDM and risk assessment. Highly experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied.
Demonstrates a very good ability to resolve possible interface clashes and manages interfaces within their own discipline

What you will bring to us:

Building Services Designer experience with Mechanical and / or Electrical Design Experience
Proven experience working as a Mechanical and / or Electrical Engineer or closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.
Understanding of all mechanical or electrical services including heating, ventilation and air conditioning, HV/LV infrastructure, switchgear, Lighting, Small Power, fire alarm, security alarm, telephone and IT etc
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment, with excellent communication skills with both internal and external clients, and a team-based work approach.
HNC/HND or related degree in building services.
Ability to provide technical sound design solutions.
Good understanding of relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations.
Ability to use AutoCAD, Amtech, Hevacomp , Cymap , Relux and DiaLux Lighting, TAS , IES, and if you have REVIT experience this would be an advantage
Experience of working with minimal supervision and supporting other team members.
Membership (CEng / IEng) of CIBSE, or relevant and equivalent professional body.
Experience of using TAS, IES, HEVACOMP calculations and other relevant design / CA software.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition

Competitive salary and compensation

Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey

24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership

Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in

Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant

Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities

Who we are

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply Today

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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