Building Services Engineer

Catch 22; London; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job description

Building Services Engineer, London/mobile. cGBP47k plus all travel expenses, bonus, full corporate benefits package.

Our client, the UK's leading provider of premier university student accommodation, is recruiting an experienced and highly motivated Building Services Engineer/Engineering Surveyor specialising in Mechanical Engineering within Building Services to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the survey, support, and quality assurance of mechanical systems and plant equipment for a range of building services and projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with industry experience in mechanical engineering, particularly within the built environment.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Mechanical Systems and Plant Equipment Surveying:
   Conduct detailed surveys of mechanical systems, including plant equipment (such as boilers, chillers, pumps, and compressors), heating (ASHP), ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and fire protection systems. Assess the performance, efficiency, and compliance of these systems and equipment with industry standards and regulations.
2. Technical Analysis & Reporting:
   Perform technical analysis of building systems and plant equipment, providing clear and accurate reports for clients, contractors, and project teams. Offer recommendations for system and equipment improvements, upgrades, or replacements based on survey results.
3. Design Review & Compliance:
   Work alongside the design team to review mechanical designs and plant equipment specifications, ensuring that all systems and equipment are energy-efficient, cost-effective, and meet current building regulations and standards.
4. Project Coordination & Support:
   Support the project team in coordinating mechanical engineering aspects throughout the project lifecycle. Assist with ensuring that mechanical systems and plant equipment are implemented in line with the design, specifications, and budget. Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and other team members to ensure seamless project execution. Help with project documentation, tracking progress, and resolving technical issues that arise during the project.
5. Regulatory Compliance & Standards:
   Ensure all mechanical systems, including plant equipment, comply with relevant building services regulations, including environmental, health, and safety standards. Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, codes of practice, and relevant legislative changes.
6. Quality Assurance:
   Inspect and monitor the quality of mechanical systems and plant equipment during the installation phase, ensuring that work is completed to the highest standards. Conduct site visits and audits, identifying any issues and working closely with site teams to resolve them.
7. Energy Efficiency & Sustainability:
   Promote and implement energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical engineering solutions for both systems and plant equipment, supporting the adoption of green technologies and practices within the building services sector.
8. Client Liaison, Communication & Reporting:
   Maintain strong communication with clients and site-based teams, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. Provide regular progress updates, technical insights, and address any concerns.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Experience in the reporting and generation of technical information/standards/Risk assessments/O&Ms and similar would be deemed a plus.

What We're Looking for in You

1. Professional Affiliation (Desirable): Demonstrable membership with a relevant professional institution, such as CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers), or an equivalent institution (e.g., IMechE – Institution of Mechanical Engineers, or RICS – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or RIBA.
2. Experience: Strong experience in mechanical engineering within the building services sector, with a strong focus on surveying, analysis, and design review. Experience with plant equipment (boilers, pumps, HVAC systems) is essential.
3. Technical Skills: Sound understanding of mechanical building services systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) and associated plant equipment. A wider knowledge of structural, electrical relatable disciplines.
4. Knowledge of Regulations: Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, energy efficiency standards, health and safety codes, and sustainability practices. Knowledge surrounding legislation such as LOLER, PUWER, HSW, CDM regulations would be deemed a plus.
5. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent ability to analyse complex technical issues, propose effective solutions, and make data-driven decisions.

What You'll Get in Return

1. A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company's success.
2. 25 days paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service.
3. A generous pension scheme – employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save.
4. Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends.
5. Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents.
6. Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

Please apply with your CV and cover letter, including detail of your salary expectations and notice period.