Senior Mechanical Engineer Building Services

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £55,000

Join our Birmingham team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. This role centres on driving the technical delivery of mechanical outputs for the Mechanical & Electrical team. This position is responsible for leading and overseeing the work of intermediate, assistant, and trainee engineers, ensuring all technical drawings, specifications, and schedules fully convey design requirements while meeting strict company standards and Quality Assurance procedures. You will have the opportunity to work on projects from initial site surveys and feasibility through to the production of tender packages, commissioning, and final testing.

With nearly 50 years of experience, Baily Garner LLP is a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy with over 250 employees and offices in Eltham, Manchester, and Birmingham, delivering national coverage. We provide a full suite of services including Architecture, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, M&E Engineering, Sustainability Consulting, and more.

Our purpose is positively impact people's lives. We achieve this by delivering exceptional service and creating opportunities that make a real difference— for our clients, end users, our people, and the planet.

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• Interpret client requirements and statutory obligations to design comprehensive building services.
  
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including calculation files and correspondence.
  
• Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations, company procedures, and standards.
  
• Collaborate with internal and external design team members as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Prepare detailed specifications, drawings, and schedules for all electrical services to convey design requirements clearly.
  
• Review and verify design work, including that completed by Engineers and Assistant Engineers.
  
• Conduct site surveys, commissioning, and testing as required.
  
• Prepare budget estimates, cost plans, tender documents, and contract arrangements.
  
• Attend project and technical meetings.
  

The ideal candidate will have a forward-thinking approach to drive the delivery of our electrical services within the well-established Building Services and Environmental team.

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• 5 years + post-qualification experience within a building services consultancy environment.
  
• Membership of CIBSE or equivalent, or a proven depth of technical competence commensurate with a senior engineering position.
  
• Experience in checking design work undertaken by intermediate and junior engineers to maintain high output standards.
  
• Ability to produce comprehensive mechanical specifications, calculation files, and schedules that comply with all relevant regulations.
  
• A track record of coordinating with internal and external design team members to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to project delivery.
  
• Ability to assist with budget estimates and cost planning to support the commercial success of project work.
  
• Experience in passing on design knowledge to colleagues and supporting the professional development of more junior staff.
  

Competitive Package: We understand that top talent deserves top compensation. We offer a highly competitive package that reflects your skills and experience.

Career Development: We're committed to helping you grow and excel in your career. Join us, and you'll have access to excellent career development opportunities.

Modern Consultancy, Endless Opportunities: Our friendly and modern multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is dedicated to delighting our clients. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to make a positive impact.

Are you ready to make your mark and advance your career? If you're excited about the prospect of joining a passionate team, contributing to meaningful projects, and enjoying the benefits of hybrid working, we'd love to hear from you.

Don't miss this chance to shape your future with us! Apply now and be part of a journey that promises growth, satisfaction, and success.

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• Flexible working hours (choice of start and finish times based around a 7.25 hour working day, core hours between 10am-4.15pm)
  
• Hybrid working (potential to work from office and home)
  
• Life assurance cover (four times annual salary) for all colleagues.
  
• In-house mental health first aiders
  
• Birthday leave
  
• Buy/Sell annual leave
  
• Biannual pay reviews
  
• Scottish Widows pension and salary sacrifice (4.5% contribution matched)
  
• Professional development scheme
  
• Sponsorship of professional fees
  
• 2 paid corporate social responsibility days
  
• Regular social events
  
• Annual leave + bank holidays
  

Please apply with CV and covering letter detailing your current salary, your expectations and why you believe you are suitable for the role.

Baily Garner LLP are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/paternity needs.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage, please let us know.

Example: If you need additional time for assessments, require materials in an alternative format, or need a different interview setting, please inform us, and we will make the necessary arrangements.

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