Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Building Services Consultancy
Flexible / Office-Based (with site visits)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Summary:
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing building services consultancy delivering projects across multiple sectors. This role offers the chance to take full ownership of mechanical design projects, manage client relationships, and play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions. You’ll also support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, multi-disciplinary design environment.

The Role:
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading mechanical design across a range of projects, from initial concept through to completion. You’ll act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead and manage mechanical design projects from planning through to completion

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Represent the business at client and design team meetings

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Develop project briefs and project-specific design criteria

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Manage tender processes and contribute to cost planning and budget control

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Produce high-quality technical drawings, specifications, and performance calculations

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Coordinate mechanical services with wider building services and design teams

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Act as a client interface and project lead on selected schemes

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Support sustainability initiatives and collaborate with the sustainability team

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Assist and support the CAD team where required

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Review contractor design proposals and monitor performance

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Undertake site visits, surveys, and monitor project progress

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Maintain strong client relationships and support business development activities

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Support and mentor junior engineers within the team

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Engage in Continued Professional Development (CPD)

What We’re Looking For:

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Proven experience in mechanical design within a building services consultancy environment

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Strong understanding of UK building regulations and industry standards

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Experience managing projects and working directly with clients

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Ability to produce and review technical drawings and specifications

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Strong coordination skills across multi-disciplinary teams

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Commercial awareness with experience in budgets, tenders, and cost control

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Excellent communication and leadership skills

What’s on Offer:

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Competitive salary with annual bonus review

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25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 28 days with service)

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Additional leave over Christmas period

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Flexible working within a supportive environment

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Clear progression opportunities

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Ongoing professional development and CPD support

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Business travel expenses reimbursed in line with HMRC guidelines

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Company-provided IT equipment

If you’re a motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you - (phone number removed)