Mechanical Engineer

Working on a full-time basis and reporting to the Senior Partner, the chosen candidate will be

Responsible for the following duties:

Designing and supervising the installation of all main services in new or existing buildings, including all equipment and materials involved with heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, water supply, sanitation, public health, fire protection, safety systems,

Designing, developing and managing new technologies that integrate into existing systems and services;

Leading specific M&E project assignments and tasks related to the full implementation of building services;

Assisting in payment applications, variations and claims;

Monitoring and maintaining building systems and processes, specifying maintenance and operating procedures, while managing expired systems and equipment and the appropriate location of new equipment;

Witness testing and commissioning of M&E systems;

Ensuring that proper As Built documentation is provided by contractors and other stakeholders;

Ensuring project Quality Assurance throughout the lifecycle of projects, while rectifying issues as they arise;

Inspecting and delivering supervision services on project sites to ensure compliance with the contract documents, legislations, company and professional standards, health and safety protocols and codes of practice.

Ensuring that all Building Services aspects of the project are properly managed and controlled.

Requirements

A recognized professional building services and or mechanical engineering degree or a related qualification in this field. A masters degree in a relevant subject would be considered an asset.

A proven track record with experience performing building services engineering duties including concept, scheme and detail design across a range of sectors and in projects of high complexity and scale;

Preferably a chartered / warranted engineer;

Ability to manage projects and design commissions relating to building services including project finances;

A solid understanding of quality assurance, safety and environmental sustainability;

Proficiency in the use of AutoCad and Microsoft Office. BIM and/or other related design and engineering systems as Revit, HAP and IES would be considered an asset.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English;

Ability to work under pressure and to work closely with others in a multidisciplinary environment;

Attention to detail, influencing skills, assertiveness and the ability to understand and express technical concepts accurately with confidence and clarity;

Proficient analytical skills and a measured approach to decision-making, being able to take decisions as and when needed in the interest of efficiency;