CareerPlan

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

London, gbFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead mechanical design and project delivery for building services, focusing on sustainable and regenerative outcomes across detailed design, specifications, and site supervision.

Role type

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer (Building Services)

Builds

Mechanical systems for buildings (HVAC, plumbing, etc.)

Domain

Construction / Building Services / Sustainability

Required skills

mechanical engineering design, project management, technical leadership, client relationship management, mentoring, commercial awareness, sustainable design, digital/parametric design tools

Preferred skills

Chartered Engineer status (CEng), experience with CIBSE/IMechE standards, knowledge of Building Safety Act and CDM regulations

Technologies

parametric design tools, Ramboll sustainability tools

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical work packages and act as discipline lead; develop design strategies and manage deliverables from concept to site supervision; coordinate with other disciplines and manage project scope, budget, and programme; mentor junior engineers and provide technical guardianship; champion sustainable and low-carbon design solutions; represent the firm in client meetings and lead business development activities.

Seniority

Senior/Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities