GR Associates

Senior / Principal Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer - Remote Working The client is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineers, providing exciting projects and career pathways for all of it's UK employees. With a long term commitment to growing it s UK business, building upon a highly successful development plan that accounts for both organic growth and future acquisitions, the company is perfectly placed to continue its position as one of the elite engineering consultancies. Excitingly, the MEP division goes from strength to strength and is looking to make additions to the team nationwide at various levels. The client are keen to attract a talented Senior / Principal level Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role across the M&E Division. The appointed candidate will be working remotely as part of a regional, and at times national team, expected to manage project work, undertake detailed design to the required standards and to maintain excellent levels of client service. Focused strongly on technical delivery and demonstrating excellent understanding of client care, you will be an important part of a close-knit team working on a wide variety of live schemes. There is also the opportunity to get involved in international signature projects if desired. Key responsibilities include: To take a key role representing the company on MEP projects leading your own discipline and (for suitably sized projects) also managing engineers of a complimentary discipline Able to work using your own initiative with minimal supervision Complete detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function Have an ability to inspire confidence both internally and externally, and then use this to strengthen client relationships Manage time on projects to suit deadlines and complete assigned tasks as stipulated by the project lead Co-ordinate tasks so all deadlines are met and allocate resource appropriately Applications are invited from forward thinking, technically competent Engineers who share a passion for sustainable building design. Desirable qualifications / experience include: Being a qualified Mechanical Building Services Engineer having a proven and demonstrable track record in HVAC Design Having a CIBSE / IET / IMechE Engineering Council accredited honours degree, or an HNC in an applicable discipline with commitment to continue with higher education. To be an excellent communicator and possess the ability to make what is complicated, simple An interest in, or experience, using digital and parametric design tools

Job Title: Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer About the company Our client is a medium-sized, Nottinghamshire based building services consultancy with a growing reputation for delivering high-performance engineering solutions. Their company thrives on a dynamic, and collaborative culture, where learning and development are part of their everyday ethos. Their team is made up of driven professionals from diverse backgrounds, all passionate about engineering excellence and innovation. Their portfolio is heavily focused on projects across all areas of MEP design - some of the most exciting and technically challenging work in the industry. The role They are currently looking for an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to build their technical expertise, take on real responsibility, and grow within a supportive and energetic environment. You'll be working on technically challenging and fast-paced projects while collaborating closely with both senior engineers and other disciplines. You'll be encouraged to take ownership of your work, contribute ideas, and continue developing your career without being micro-managed. Key responsibilities Assist in the design and delivery of mechanical services for a interesting projects Undertake calculations, layouts, and detailed design under the guidance of senior engineers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and high-quality solutions. Participate in client and design meetings as needed. Take responsibility for assigned tasks and deadlines. Support junior staff and contribute to a positive team culture. What they looking for Ideal but not essential, a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. 2-4 years' experience within a UK building services consultancy. Previous exposure to MEP design projects. Familiar with mechanical design software (e.g., Hevacomp) Any exposure to IES or Revit Strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. Willingness to learn, adapt, and take ownership of your development. A proactive, problem-solving approach and a collaborative attitude. What they offer Competitive salary up to 40,000 per annum. Hybrid working: 3 days in-office, 2 days from home. Flexi-hours to support work-life balance and family responsibilities. Supportive, inclusive, and non-hierarchical work culture. Involvement in exciting, cutting-edge projects. Opportunities for continued learning, mentorship, and career growth. A collaborative team environment where your ideas and input matter. Ready to Grow with our client? If you're a passionate Mechanical Design Engineer looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and be part of a team that genuinely values collaboration and development - we'd love to hear from you.

Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer required for leading West Midlands Consultancy Operating for almost 20 years, my client has been providing high quality Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Design services for the built environment. Based from their offices in the West Midlands, they are involved in the following sectors: Commercial Education Healthcare Leisure Listed Buildings Residential Retail Transport Due to an increase in demand for their services they are looking to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to replace a long serving engineer who is leaving the industry. You will be a key part of the delivery team and will be required to manage your own technical input, as well as that of others, and to demonstrate your understanding of the role that your work plays in the delivery of the projects as a whole. You will need an understanding of the financial and commercial considerations that affect project delivery, and be able to provide accurate and relevant reports on progress of the work against time and budgetary targets, together with being responsible for invoicing respective projects with the accounts department. You must be: A competent designer with experience in the Mechanical service design of a range of projects and sectors. Degree qualified (or close to achieving qualification) in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical discipline. Chartered status (or looking to start the process) through IMechE, CIBSE or MIEI Competent design software and IT skills Experience of mentoring junior staff GR Associates is a specialist in Building Services Recruitment and have a range of posts available. If you are seeking a career move but this position is not right for you please browse the other vacancies on our website. We also welcome speculative applications.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Engineer to be based in the West Midlands, working for an established Mechanical Contractor. The company offers the installation of mechanical engineering services, undertaking projects within various sectors including commercial, industrial, education, leisure and residential. Ideally candidates will have at least 5 years building services experience working for a mechanical contractor and be looking to progress to a more senior level in the building services sector. With a respected/noted contractor and be qualified ideally to minimum HNC standard. The role requires working across an interesting & diverse work base covering many specialised areas of the Mechanical industry. The role requires the financial & quality management of projects within a team environment along with the management of construction programmes. Full support and training will be given when required. Working strategically with Contracts Managers/Project Managers you will possess excellent Client, Sub Contractor & inter-personal management skills. Candidates must be a dynamic team player with the desire and ability to succeed. Benefits will be commensurate with experience and in line with the industry and those of a leading organisation. This is also a great opportunity to progress to a Mechanical Contracts Manager and beyond in a company with impressive growth plans.

Project Manager This position is a result of significant increase and project wins in the client's mechanical team. Mainly to service a major long standing client's M&E project works. The Project Manager will assist the Mechanical Department management team in mentoring and upskilling the wider team, retaining and improving existing customer relations. The role involves commercial responsibility as well as operational delivery, client relationship and high-quality project execution with a key focus to quality of install. The role will require close collaboration with numerous stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including but not limited to the following: designers both internal and external, architects, GML estimating department, key account leads, project commercial teams both in house and client side, sub-contractors, manufacturers and specialist suppliers, client agents, commissioning teams and high-profile customers. The candidate will be a key contributor from conception, through the design stages, managing the delivery and ensuring that each project is suitably resourced and closed out in a professional manner, to the highest of standards. Key Responsibilities: A keen eye for detail and a continuous drive to deliver quality work. Lead by example, promote the highest of standards with regards to HSEQ best practice, ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, ISO accreditations and legislative requirements in all instances. Confident and effective communication, ability to chair meetings, driving outcomes, ensuring the production of accurate records of discussions, actions and deadlines. Exposure to tenders, liaison with designers, estimating and commercial teams. As noted above, we have separate teams within the business to handle tendering & commercial enquiries, however as a client representative, you will be the owner of tenders to ensure they are delivered on time and to the standard expected. Ability to fully understand the client requirement, technical specifications, drawings and project requirement holistically. Good understanding of design and project risks. Identify, manage and escalate risks where necessary. Mitigate risks with sound deployment of sub-contracts and allocation of CDP s (Contractors Design Portion). Be able to contribute and manage against the sequence of works for the project programme. Ability to drive the project programme, ensuring key milestones are maintained. Ability to foresee potential points of failure and react accordingly. Prepare and present regular progress reports including programme drop lines to project stakeholders. Understanding the importance of the development and submission of RFI s, TQ s, RFI s & Tech Sub s and driving close out of items raised. Ability to make sound business decisions under pressure. A logical and lateral thinker with the ability to problem solve. Effective communicator, driven, focused, tenacious and conscientious. Excellent time management, ability to delegate, prioritise key tasks and workload when working to strict deadlines. Good understanding of project governance and the requirement for procedural conformity. Commercially astute, sound awareness of the contract terms ensuring adherence, ability to highlight risks, manage variations, delays and EOT requirements, liaising with internal QS s to ensure that the business is commercially protected. Build and maintain good relationships with the customer, framework suppliers and design consultants. Possess the ability to be assertive where required. Able to read the situation and make sound decisions, managing multiple entities both up and downstream, being the conduit to success. Highly adept at the co-ordination of work packages, understanding the interaction of trades and the ability to foresee potential issues. Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations, Principal Designer & Principal Contractor responsibilities under appointment. Willingness to learn and adapt to new ways of working. Highlight key commercial risk and mitigation measures. Upskilling of wider department team. Carry out PDR s for direct reports. Drive the company s vision, values and work ethic, contributing to the growth of the business. o Safety o Quality o Integrity o People

A specialist independent building services consultancy has, due to planned expansion, an immediate requirement for a high-end intermediate / senior level building services design engineer to join their design team in their Birmingham offices. hybrid remote working available. They work in a wide variety of project sectors including, general commercial, high-end residential, educational, health and MOD. As a mechanical design engineer you would be expected to provide effective designs, conduct surveys, prepare feasibility reports, specifications, provide site supervision and management of mechanical services installations. You should ideally be qualified to a minimum of HND level and have a minimum of 2 years' UK building services design experience. You should have a demonstrable UK building services background. Your responsibilities would include: Design calculations using industry leading software Assisting in preparing reports such as feasibility studies, design reports, specifications and contract administration. Maintaining an up to date knowledge of current standards and legislation. Attending site surveys and client meetings. Implementing technical standards and supporting the business development. Compliance with CDM Regulations must be ensured. Undertaking detailed site surveys and design reviews. Understanding of engineering systems and the ability to report on both mechanical and electrical disciplines during meetings is essential. You would need an appreciation of contract administration, project management and site supervision/inspections and assist with the financial control of project(s) liaising with Project Director. Mentoring and assisting the graduate engineers. Skills and Experience Prefarbly have some Revit MEP experience. Some experience of IES modelling software would be advantageous (but not essential). Ideally some understanding of BIM Level 2 and BIM project deliverables structure. Training will be provided if required Undertaking mechanical designs from inception to completion, sometimes within tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and quality. CEng qualified or working towards CEng. Appropriate membership of professional body, i.e. CIBSE, IMECHE, IET Full UK driving license