Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Job Title: Building Services Engineer - Mechanical

Location: Preston, Lancashire
Salary: £42,000 - £52,000 per year

Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player, commercially aware, and able to communicate effectively while working independently. You will deliver high-quality mechanical building services designs across a variety of sectors, from concept through to construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce mechanical building services designs for schools, offices, leisure facilities, government buildings, industrial facilities, and more.
• Prepare feasibility studies, technical specifications, reports, and drawings.
• Supervise the work and design quality of junior engineers.
• Execute projects within defined design, programme, and cost parameters.
• Conduct site surveys, inspections, and condition assessments.
• Represent the company at meetings with clients and contractors.
• Promote and incorporate sustainable design principles wherever possible.
• Participate in design quality reviews and audits.
• Maintain accurate records and project documentation.
• Manage own workload and support junior staff where needed.
• Support staff development to enhance team expertise and standards.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, including architects and civil/structural engineers.
• Monitor emerging legislation and standards in mechanical building services and ensure compliance.
• Contribute to design change control, estimating costs/time implications, and fee proposals.
• Engage in business development and innovation initiatives.
• Perform additional duties aligned with management systems and project needs.

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified Mechanical Building Services Engineer, or equivalent experience.
• Professional institution membership; CEng preferred or working towards CEng.
• Proven experience in a similar building services role or design consultancy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Hevacomp / TAS calculation packages.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and Revit; experience delivering projects to BIM Level 2 is desirable.
• Familiarity with QA procedures and high standards of design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to inspire, influence, and negotiate.
• In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations, particularly Part L.
• Understanding of quality assurance, safety, and environmental sustainability.
• Ability to make decisions, work proactively, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Financial awareness with the ability to develop budgeting and costing skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client and team relationships.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and meeting skills.
• Knowledge of sustainability, passive design, and low/zero-carbon technologies.
• Leadership skills, including mentoring junior team members.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £42,000 - £52,000 per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to a variety of sectors and projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.