The Position

A rare and interesting opportunity exists at this leading International company. This role will cover all aspects of Mechanical Building Services and will work closely with all other disciplines and other offices.

Will also be responsible for all the usual day-to-day duties associated with a Head of Department, both office and site based, with staff, clients, suppliers and with colleagues throughout the PM Group.

The following are the key duties associated with this role:

• Ensure the highest quality of Mechanical Building Services design, engineering and advice on all projects.
• Manage the Mechanical Building Services department resources to ensure all project teams have the correct number of suitably experienced resources
• Develop and manage the compilation of the Mechanical Building Services deliverable list to suit individual project requirements and manage the progress and quality of those deliverables.
• Manage and develop the Mechanical Building Services team ensuring ongoing personal development needs are identified, and that he department has the correct mix of staff and contract resources.
• Actively input into initiatives and drive the Group strategy in terms of BIM or other applications within your department.
• Ensure compliance, organise appropriate reviews and approve project documents for issue.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure the correct quality of deliverable is achieved in the correct timeframe based on the project schedule.
• Ensure that all projects comply with applicable local, international and client codes and standards
• Assist with developing project schedules and coordinate between all disciplines to ensure the design is in accordance with the agreed project schedule, track/report progress and implement man hour controls.
• As required, witness commissioning activities, trials and factory acceptance tests for compliance with design intent and good engineering practice.
• Provide support to proposals as required.
• Manage, develop and mentor junior resources in the department including supporting the Student Graduate Programme where required to do so.

Requirements

• Degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering  or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Membership of the CIBSE (to Chartered level) highly desirable.  Minimum requirement is the ability and willingness to join the CIBSE with a view to reaching Chartered Engineer.
• Demonstrated capability and experience in Building Services Design – experience in  Pharmaceutical, Food or Energy projects is an important requirement.
• Working knowledge of BREEAM, LEED and related concepts highly desirable.
• Several years experience
• Experience of working in a multi-discipline team
• Professional approach and demeanour.  A strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection and business.
• Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with clients and peers at all levels.
• The role will require flexibility in relation to travel both inside and outside the UK as required.