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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a highly regarded main contractor with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery across the North West. This business delivers a diverse range of projects including education, healthcare, commercial, and mid-rise residential developments. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Lead / Principal grade) Location: Preston (Hybrid Working) Rate: £50 - £55ph Ltd Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + benefits Overview: Our client is seeking a highly experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer (contract or permanent) to lead the design and delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This is a key technical leadership role within the team, providing strategic input across project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving engineering excellence across mechanical packages. Key Responsibilities: • Provide strategic leadership in the design and delivery of mechanical infrastructure for clean and wastewater treatment works., • Lead the development of detailed mechanical designs, including drawings, specifications, and calculations., • Oversee and direct site assessments, feasibility studies, and design reviews; provide expert input during construction to resolve complex technical issues., • Act as the mechanical discipline lead, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure robust, compliant, and sustainable solutions., • Drive adherence to WIMES, DWI, and relevant British/European mechanical standards, ensuring best practice is embedded across all design activities., • Take ownership of mechanical work packages on major schemes., • Mentor, support, and develop junior and mid-level engineers. Requirements: • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline., • Extensive experience in the design and delivery of mechanical systems for UK water infrastructure projects, ideally within AMP frameworks., • Deep understanding of relevant industry standards (WIMES, DWI) and regulatory frameworks., • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams., • Chartered Engineer status with IMechE or equivalent (or demonstrable equivalent experience and capability). Reach out to Molly Brown @ Advance TRS to find out more.

Electrical Engineer Building Services Job Title: Electrical Engineer Building Services Job reference Number: 280978-2732-25324 Sector: Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Electrical Engineer. Electrics, CAD, Electrical Design EngineerAutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM Coordination, Amtech, Trimble, Mechanical-Electrical Integration. Plant Room Coordination, Utility Systems, Building Services Location: Blackpool Remuneration: £30,000 £40,000 Benefits: Employer pension contribution 4%, 23 days annual leave The role of the Electrical Engineer Building Services will involve: Electrical Engineer position dealing with design and development of electrical systems across RIBA Stage 4-5 commercial, residential, and public sector projects. Prepare and review technical drawings, calculations, and specifications. Work collaboratively with mechanical and electrical colleagues to deliver coordinated MEP designs. Attend design and coordination meetings with project teams and clients. Contribute to energy-efficient and sustainable design solutions. Working on M&E projects with values ranging from £1m to £15m The ideal applicant will be Electrical Engineer Building Services with: Must have Electrical Engineering degree or Building Services Engineering degree Ideally had experience in a building services or construction environment. Would be open to someone working towards their degree Understanding of AutoCAD/Revit, AMTECH (Trimble) High levels of organisation and attention to detail IT Literate Mitchell Maguire is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy, dealing exclusively with construction jobs, construction vacancies and specification positions within: Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering,Building Services, Electrical Engineer. Electrics, CAD, Electrical Design Engineer AutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM Coordination, Amtech, Trimble, Mechanical-Electrical Integration. Plant Room Coordination, Utility Systems, Building Services JBRP1_UKTJ

The Electrical Design Manager will lead the design function for electrical building services projects, ensuring innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions are delivered. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage design teams while liaising closely with clients, consultants, and project managers. Main Responsibilities • Lead and manage the electrical design process across multiple projects., • Oversee the production of detailed electrical designs including LV distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and renewable technologies., • Ensure designs comply with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), building regulations, and industry standards., • Collaborate with Mechanical partners, project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure seamless project delivery., • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design engineers., • Liaise with clients and consultants to develop design solutions that meet project requirements., • Monitor design progress, budgets, and resources to ensure efficiency and quality., • Proven experience in electrical design management or working within an electrical design position within the building services or M&E contracting sector., • Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems design, installation, and commissioning., • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results under pressure., • Pension Scheme, • Company Car / Car allowance, • On-site parking, • Clear progression path JBRP1_UKTJ

About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. Thats our mission and our promise at BAM. Its how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. Were on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. Building a sustainable tomorrow We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join the BAM UK & Ireland Temporary Works Centre of Expertise. The Temporary Works Centre of Expertise provides design and technical support to the whole of BAM UK & Ireland, so our work covers a wide range of engineering applications. We are a diverse and well-established team with a strong focus on personal development and supporting progression towards professional qualifications. This role can be based at our Farnborough, London, or Birmingham office with a flexible/hybrid working schedule. Your team • This role can be based at our Farnborough, London, or Birmingham office with a flexible/hybrid working schedule.Making Possible, • Represent the Temporary Works CoE at internal and external meetings., • Liaise with project, bid, and divisional teams to clarify and manage design requirements., • Act as Lead Designer when appointed, serving as the main point of contact on specific projects or bids., • Supervise and support team members, ensuring high performance and adherence to professional and procedural standards., • Conduct Performance & Development Reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities., • Plan and undertake site visits as needed to support design accuracy and feasibility., • Ensure accurate time recording and cost recovery for all chargeable design work., • Manage the preparation and review of conceptual and detailed designs, ensuring compliance with current standards, risk assessments, and drawing requirements., • Preparing/supervising the development of detailed designs following current standards and codes, including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of 3D models and working drawings., • Review design work from internal staff and external contributors, maintaining quality and consistency., • Maintain up-to-date records in the design task database and support pricing by summarising relevant quantities., • Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, professional development, and delivery of training, including graduate tutorials.What do you bring to the role?, • Proven experience and expertise in civil engineering design for structures commonly required by BAM UK&I, which may include earthworks, earth retaining structures, foundations, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber and formwork/falsework., • Proven experience in construction methods and processes., • Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject., • Experience and knowledge of digital construction processes., • Construction site/project experience., • Knowledge of modern methods of construction (e.g. DfMA etc.)., • Experience in training and coaching.Whats in it for you?, • Competitive salary, • A wide range of family-friendly policies, • Company car/car allowance/travel allowance, • 8 % matched pension contributions, • Private healthcare, • Life assurance, • 26 days holiday, • 2 wellbeing days, • 1 volunteering day JBRP1_UKTJ

My client, a bespoke MEP and Sustainability Consultancy based in Preston, is searching for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their friendly team. This is a hybrid role, offering varied projects spanning healthcare, defence, education and Local Authority projects. This opportunity is available with a market leading Consultancy who specialise in sustainable builds and building compliance. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be expected to complete detailed HVAC designs using AutoCAD and Revit for healthcare, defence, residential, education and commercial development projects for both public and private sector clients. You will also be expected to; -Complete 2D and 3D models, perform heat load calculations, duct sizing, pipe sizing, and equipment selection using relevant software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, HAP, IES, Open Buildings or Elite). • Prepare and review mechanical drawings, schematics, simulations and technical specifications in accordance with building codes, sustainability goals, and project requirements. -Design to BIM level 2 in accordance with British Standards PAS 1192-5 -Collaborate with electrical, plumbing, and structural engineers to ensure coordinated MEP layouts and avoid design clashes. • Attend internal and client meetings to resolve design issues/queries and align project objectives. -Review designs submitted by the team and respond to RFIs (Requests for Information). -Site visits to monitor installation quality, verify compliance with original designs and highlight issues during construction. -Evaluate new materials and designs ensuring energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This role offers a hybrid working (3 days a week in the office), a friendly and supportive team, career progression and a supportive and friendly team. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be expected to have a BSc and/or an MSc Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering and have experience working for UK based Consultancy completing detailed HVAC designs for healthcare schemes. Design experience for commercial, residential and educational developments is also a bonus. You are also required to have a detailed knowledge PAS 1192-5 and other relevant codes and have a keen understanding of BREEAM and net zero. Candidates are required to have a valid UK driving licence to visit sites across the region. If this role is of interest to you, please contact Jordanna Morris at Aztrum Recruitment

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a highly regarded main contractor with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery across the North West. This business delivers a diverse range of projects including education, healthcare, commercial, and mid-rise residential developments. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a culture that promotes professional growth, this is an ideal role for a technically strong and commercially aware design professional seeking long-term stability and progression. The Role The Design Manager will typically manage one project at pre-construction and one live project. You will take ownership of the design coordination process, managing relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure that design deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through to handover. Coordinate design information between consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams. Review drawings and specifications for accuracy, buildability, and compliance. Support tender and pre-construction stages with design reviews, value engineering, and risk assessments. Manage the design programme and ensure deliverables align with procurement and construction schedules. Chair and document design coordination meetings. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM, and other statutory requirements. Promote digital design management and BIM processes. Collaborate closely with project and site teams to ensure smooth design integration into delivery.Experience required: Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor environment. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and design coordination. Experience managing multiple stakeholders and design consultants. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of Building Regulations, planning, and CDM processes. Previous experience of residential apartment schemes would be an advantage Degree-qualified in a relevant subject Familiarity with BIM and digital collaboration tools.Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC