Building Services Engineer; Mechanical

Building Services Mechanical Engineer – Property Services – Construction Design

Directorate:
Growth and Sustainability | Service:
Assets

Position reference:

Salary: £42,839 – £46,142 + £5,000 market rate supplement until 30/04/2028

Working arrangements:
Monday to Friday (flexible working arrangements can be discussed)

Hours per week: 37

Contract type:
Permanent

Closing date: 05/06/2026 23:59

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Property Services – Construction Design team, delivering high‑quality, safe and sustainable public buildings across the borough. We are looking for a Building Services Mechanical Engineer with a passion for quality design, statutory compliance and practical delivery. You will play a key role in designing and delivering mechanical building services across a diverse portfolio, including civic buildings, cultural assets, offices, leisure facilities and commercial property.

• Design and specify mechanical building services, including heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water and gas systems
• Prepare drawings, technical specifications, schedules and tender documentation
• Manage and support projects through delivery and construction stages
• Undertake surveys, condition inspections and technical assessments
• Provide professional advice on compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with architects, quantity surveyors, project managers and external consultants
• Support contractor engagement, site inspections and commissioning activities
• Contribute to achieving safe, compliant, energy‑efficient and value‑for‑money outcomes

You will be a motivated and technically skilled mechanical engineer who enjoys working collaboratively and making a tangible difference.

• A qualification in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience of mechanical services design within a construction or property environment
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and best practice
• Strong communication skills and a professional, solutions‑focused approach
• The confidence to manage your own workload and contribute to team success

Working towards, or holding, professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE or Engineering Council registration) would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Work on meaningful, high‑profile public sector projects
• Be part of a supportive, professional and multidisciplinary team
• Enjoy excellent work‑life balance, flexibility and job security
• Competitive salary, local government pension scheme and generous annual leave
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

The successful candidate must be able to speak English to an appropriate standard, provide a reasonable account of any significant periods of living abroad (6 months or more in the past 3 years), and be prepared to start work with all necessary legal documents (e.g. a valid visa). A Basic Criminal Record Check is required.

CVs are not accepted for this role.

We are committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Our recruitment process is inclusive and welcomes applicants with past convictions, and we value second chances and diversity.