Mechanical Building Services Engineer - York
- Recruiter
- Arcadis
- Location
- York
- Salary
- Competative
- Posted
- 10 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 25 Jan 2017
- Sectors
- Engineering, Mechanical
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer
York
12 Month Initial Fixed Term Contract
We are the leading global natural and built asset design and consultancy firm, working in partnership with our clients to deliver exceptional and sustainable outcomes through the application of design, consultancy, engineering, project and management services.
Our talented people work across our business lines in Infrastructure, Water, Environment and Buildings, and across geographies, to provide real-life solutions to today's most complex challenges, based on deep global market sector knowledge and a strong understanding of local market conditions. In doing so, they enable us to fulfil our passion to improve the quality of life and be recognized as the best in everything that we do, while delivering on our mission to create exceptional and sustainable outcomes for our clients in natural and built asset environments.
We have an enviable reputation in the delivery of some of the UK's most prestigious and challenging infrastructure and building projects. We work on behalf of Transport for London, Local Authorities, Government agencies, Major Contractors and Developers throughout the UK to deliver design services from RIBA Stage 1 to 6.
As part of the strategic growth plans and the recent project awards we are seeking to recruit a Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer with a proven track record in the control and delivery of a range of building services projects.
To be considered for a role we are seeking candidates with the following credentials:
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
- BEng/BSc Degree qualified in Mechanical / Building Services Engineering, MEng / MSc preferred
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or be able to prove progression towards achieving
Essential Experience:
- Proven building service engineering design experience in design consultancy environment, particularly within the education sector.
- Be a competent user of office IT and design tools i.e. Hevacomp, IES, TAS, NES and AutoCAD / REVIT.
- Experience in Sustainability & BREEAM and its influences on mechanical design
- Good understanding of Building Regulations and familiar with the National and regional planning policies
- Good working knowledge of legislation, British Standard, European standard and international standard.
- Stakeholder management skills and a can do attitude
- Capable of work under pressure and able to work on several projects simultaneously.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
- Good report writing skills, experience of making presentations to and attending meetings with clients is essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Be willing to be mobile, travel within the UK and abroad for project related work when required
Duties & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Technical Director, you will be responsible for developing the technical solutions for assigned projects ensuring successful delivery. As we operate in such a diverse marketplace, we can safely say that you will gain an experience of working on a wide and varied portfolio of projects which will enhance your skills and test your technical knowledge.
You will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of project to meet budget, time-frame and quality targets, meeting or exceeding client expectations, promoting and marketing all facets of Arcadis' services during interfaces with clients and other sectors and disciplines.
We will ensure that we offer personal development which will allow you to progress your career and give you the best possible chance of success.
Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- To undertake mechanical building services design on UK and international projects with a good understanding of regulatory requirements and relevant standards
- To Undertake technical tasks in accordance with the company's quality, safety and project management/engineering procedures and controls
- Carrying out of design calculations on variety of buildings
- Preparation of technical specifications and drawings
- Ensure mechanical design quality and consistency are maintained
- Delivery of allocated technical assignments including Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning systems, Public health systems, Sustainable technologies, Renewable Energy systems, etc.
- Provision of mechanical and building services design inputs, within own area of experience/knowledge, across aspects of the company's activities and commissions.
- Inputs to the formulation of technical proposals and their presentation to potential clients
- Maintain good relationships with client's key representative, and contribute to the marketing/networking of the company to potential customers
- Contribute to the overall team development and growth through strategic inputs, skill development and mentoring intermediate and graduate engineers
- Manage and plan your work load while working on multiple projects to meet the expected delivery milestones.
Key Values:
- Integrity - We perform business in an honest and responsible way, working to the highest professional standards
- Client Focus - We are entrepreneurial and agile, passionate about creating value for our clients and achieving high performance
- Collaboration - We believe in diversity, the power of global teamwork and that by working as one we can deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Sustainability - We own the responsibility to sustain our world and society in a balanced way, with the health, safety and well-being of people and stakeholders central to all we do.
Remuneration & Benefits
We offer a dynamic challenging job with international focus in a pleasant working climate, attention to education and a competitive remuneration package reflecting the seniority of the role. You will have a great deal of responsibility with endless opportunity for impact and freedom for initiatives. Given the international spread of the business a certain level of flexibility in working hours is important.
We offer a fantastic working environment where you own your destiny and will be encouraged to forge a successful career. In addition, we offer some excellent benefits, such as:
- Stakeholder Pension matched to 8%
- Healthcare
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Annual Leave, with option to purchase additional days
- Annual Professional Institution Subscription Paid
- Tax Free Season Ticket Loan
- Flexible Benefits Scheme, including Cycle to Work and Childcare Vouchers
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Birthday Vouchers
- Long Term Service Awards
- Discretionary Bonus
- Refer a Friend Scheme that rewards you for every successful introduction you make
- For some levels, Company Car/car Allowance
Opportunities like this are rare. Don't miss out on a chance to put yourself in a place where great things can happen. Get in touch now to let us know that you're interested in making a move.
York
12 Month Initial Fixed Term Contract
We are the leading global natural and built asset design and consultancy firm, working in partnership with our clients to deliver exceptional and sustainable outcomes through the application of design, consultancy, engineering, project and management services.
Our talented people work across our business lines in Infrastructure, Water, Environment and Buildings, and across geographies, to provide real-life solutions to today's most complex challenges, based on deep global market sector knowledge and a strong understanding of local market conditions. In doing so, they enable us to fulfil our passion to improve the quality of life and be recognized as the best in everything that we do, while delivering on our mission to create exceptional and sustainable outcomes for our clients in natural and built asset environments.
We have an enviable reputation in the delivery of some of the UK's most prestigious and challenging infrastructure and building projects. We work on behalf of Transport for London, Local Authorities, Government agencies, Major Contractors and Developers throughout the UK to deliver design services from RIBA Stage 1 to 6.
As part of the strategic growth plans and the recent project awards we are seeking to recruit a Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer with a proven track record in the control and delivery of a range of building services projects.
To be considered for a role we are seeking candidates with the following credentials:
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
- BEng/BSc Degree qualified in Mechanical / Building Services Engineering, MEng / MSc preferred
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or be able to prove progression towards achieving
Essential Experience:
- Proven building service engineering design experience in design consultancy environment, particularly within the education sector.
- Be a competent user of office IT and design tools i.e. Hevacomp, IES, TAS, NES and AutoCAD / REVIT.
- Experience in Sustainability & BREEAM and its influences on mechanical design
- Good understanding of Building Regulations and familiar with the National and regional planning policies
- Good working knowledge of legislation, British Standard, European standard and international standard.
- Stakeholder management skills and a can do attitude
- Capable of work under pressure and able to work on several projects simultaneously.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
- Good report writing skills, experience of making presentations to and attending meetings with clients is essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Be willing to be mobile, travel within the UK and abroad for project related work when required
Duties & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Technical Director, you will be responsible for developing the technical solutions for assigned projects ensuring successful delivery. As we operate in such a diverse marketplace, we can safely say that you will gain an experience of working on a wide and varied portfolio of projects which will enhance your skills and test your technical knowledge.
You will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of project to meet budget, time-frame and quality targets, meeting or exceeding client expectations, promoting and marketing all facets of Arcadis' services during interfaces with clients and other sectors and disciplines.
We will ensure that we offer personal development which will allow you to progress your career and give you the best possible chance of success.
Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- To undertake mechanical building services design on UK and international projects with a good understanding of regulatory requirements and relevant standards
- To Undertake technical tasks in accordance with the company's quality, safety and project management/engineering procedures and controls
- Carrying out of design calculations on variety of buildings
- Preparation of technical specifications and drawings
- Ensure mechanical design quality and consistency are maintained
- Delivery of allocated technical assignments including Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning systems, Public health systems, Sustainable technologies, Renewable Energy systems, etc.
- Provision of mechanical and building services design inputs, within own area of experience/knowledge, across aspects of the company's activities and commissions.
- Inputs to the formulation of technical proposals and their presentation to potential clients
- Maintain good relationships with client's key representative, and contribute to the marketing/networking of the company to potential customers
- Contribute to the overall team development and growth through strategic inputs, skill development and mentoring intermediate and graduate engineers
- Manage and plan your work load while working on multiple projects to meet the expected delivery milestones.
Key Values:
- Integrity - We perform business in an honest and responsible way, working to the highest professional standards
- Client Focus - We are entrepreneurial and agile, passionate about creating value for our clients and achieving high performance
- Collaboration - We believe in diversity, the power of global teamwork and that by working as one we can deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Sustainability - We own the responsibility to sustain our world and society in a balanced way, with the health, safety and well-being of people and stakeholders central to all we do.
Remuneration & Benefits
We offer a dynamic challenging job with international focus in a pleasant working climate, attention to education and a competitive remuneration package reflecting the seniority of the role. You will have a great deal of responsibility with endless opportunity for impact and freedom for initiatives. Given the international spread of the business a certain level of flexibility in working hours is important.
We offer a fantastic working environment where you own your destiny and will be encouraged to forge a successful career. In addition, we offer some excellent benefits, such as:
- Stakeholder Pension matched to 8%
- Healthcare
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Annual Leave, with option to purchase additional days
- Annual Professional Institution Subscription Paid
- Tax Free Season Ticket Loan
- Flexible Benefits Scheme, including Cycle to Work and Childcare Vouchers
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Birthday Vouchers
- Long Term Service Awards
- Discretionary Bonus
- Refer a Friend Scheme that rewards you for every successful introduction you make
- For some levels, Company Car/car Allowance
Opportunities like this are rare. Don't miss out on a chance to put yourself in a place where great things can happen. Get in touch now to let us know that you're interested in making a move.