Are you excited about taking the lead on diverse projects and contributing to the
growth of a consultancy with a track record of success? Do you have the
motivation to climb the career ladder, and reach Principal level, and do you
appreciate a workplace that values promoting talent from within? If you’re
looking for a new opportunity, keep reading, this may be for you!

The Company

They are a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy, renowned for its
innovative solutions in the built environment. With a rich history dating back to
1862, the company has evolved into a global player with a commitment to
sustainability and cutting-edge design.

Specializing in mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering, this
company collaborates with architects and clients to deliver state-of-the-art
solutions for a diverse range of projects, from commercial and residential
buildings to cultural institutions and infrastructure developments. Their expertise
lies in creating efficient, sustainable, and future-ready spaces that enhance the
quality of life and contribute to the advancement of the built environment.

They are problem solvers who care how a space makes you feel when you step
inside – who bring buildings to life. They overcome every challenge with
ingenuity, determination, and pride.

They take personal responsibility to achieve a shared vision, combining strong
relationships with technical excellence. When they embark on a project journey,
they are making a commitment to the client and to each other.

The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a progressive Senior or Principal Mechanical
Engineer to join our firm. This opportunity is currently available in our Glasgow or
Edinburgh offices.

As a Senior or Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and
delivering designs and managing a range of project types and sizes. You will work
within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and support staff delivering a
consistent high-quality service for clients, ensuring that repeat and new business
opportunities are developed, and profitability is achieved.

Why Work For Them?

You will collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of
built-environment specialists.
You will be part of progressive and exciting projects, able to experience
innovative schemes across all sectors.
You will advance your career, your way, thanks to their structured Career
Paths framework.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be working on a varied portfolio of projects both in the UK and
internationally across a varied portfolio of projects across key sectors.
Designing mechanical engineering systems at the highest level using the
latest software design packages. Competency in AutoCAD and ideally
experience with REVIT.
You will have the opportunity to lead mechanical services design on large
projects and take the overall lead on small to medium-sized projects
within the office.
Projects span a cross-section of sectors including Education, Science and
Research, Healthcare, Leisure, Residential, Commercial, Defence and high-
end mixed-use developments.
You will lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects
ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or
as part of a team.
Engage with junior support staff in their day-to-day activities and offer
advice and guidance to ensure that they develop their skills and get
the best out of their people.
You will be financially astute and work with the project leader to help
monitor fee expenditure, resources, and work delivered.
Looking at new ways of working and taking time out for innovation and
research ensuring they keep abreast of the company’s competitors.
Creating and maintaining a high reputation within the industry and
ensuring adherence to QM and risk control procedures is also a very
important part of the role.

What Are They Looking For:

Excellent technical knowledge in Mechanical Design Engineering
Thorough understanding of Building Services Engineering and
interdisciplinary design through all stages of the design process
Previous consultancy experience: You will appreciate the importance of
complementary specialisms such as acoustics, fire engineering and
computer modeling in the design of buildings.
Autonomous approach: able to lead small to medium-sized projects and
able to take a brief from the project lead on large projects and deliver &
control the tasks required.
Responsible for the quality of all outputs
Appreciation of client needs, with the ability to face clients.
Ability to identify when outsourcing is required e.g. design & CAD work
Understand and identify resource needs.
Mentor and supervise junior members of staff.
Ideally Chartered engineer or working towards.

Core benefits

Private medical scheme
Life Assurance
Income protection
25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with a length of service
Contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced Paternity, Maternity & Shared Parental Leave
Season Ticket Loans
Professional membership subscription

Flexible benefits

9-day fortnight – the firm offers all employees the option to work a 9-day
fortnight
Employee stock purchase plan – a voluntary program that allows eligible
employees to purchase common stock at a 15% discount
Holiday buy & sell up to 5 days
Study Assistance
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Scheme
Sabbatical Leave
Other flexible benefits include gym and retail discounts, travel & dental
insurance and GAYE (Give as you Earn)

Are you ready to bring your skills and passion to a team that values collaboration
and innovation?

Is it time for you to be part of a consultancy that’s not just growing in numbers
but also in the impact it makes on the industry.

Interested in knowing more? Please contact Alex.