Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Brief CC.Talent is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer to support a client in the design, delivery, and coordination of mechanical building services projects across commercial, residential, mixed-use, and refurbishment developments. This role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC and building services design, project leadership experience, and a commitment to delivering sustainable, energy-efficient solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working within the UK market and a strong understanding of UK regulations, CIBSE guidance, and industry best practices.. About the Client Our client is a multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy organization delivering innovative building services solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. They are committed to sustainability, technical excellence, and delivering high-quality designs that support low-carbon and energy-efficient buildings. The team works collaboratively across multiple disciplines to deliver projects from concept through construction across commercial, residential, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use sectors. Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water, public health, and drainage systems Prepare and review calculations, specifications, technical reports, and design documentation Deliver mechanical design packages across RIBA Stages 1–6 Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, structural, architectural, and sustainability consultants Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables Act as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, and project stakeholders Present technical solutions, design proposals, and project updates to clients Integrate low-carbon technologies such as heat pumps, MVHR, district heating, and renewable energy systems into project designs Collaborate with sustainability teams to support Part L compliance, TM54, TM65, BREEAM, and energy strategy requirements Promote whole-life carbon thinking and energy-efficient design principles Review contractor submissions, respond to technical queries, and provide construction-stage support Contribute to technical leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance within the engineering team Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership through CIBSE or IMechE Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CIBSE Guides, BS/EN Standards, and industry best practices Proven experience delivering mechanical building services designs within the UK market Experience working on commercial offices, residential developments, hotels, retail, and mixed-use projects Strong experience designing HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water, public health, and drainage systems Proficiency with Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and other relevant building services design software Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing project delivery Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills Excellent problem-solving, technical analysis, and decision-making. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously Willing and able to work a mid-shift schedule to support and collaborate with UK-based teams and stakeholders This is a fully remote position; candidates must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup to support daily collaboration and project delivery activities. Nice to have: Experience with Passivhaus, NABERS, or Net Zero Carbon projects Experience incorporating heat pumps, MVHR, district energy, or renewable energy systems into designs Knowledge of thermal modelling and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Experience supporting BREEAM-certified projects Familiarity with BIM Level 2 workflows and digital engineering processes Experience working in both traditional and design-and-build procurement environments Strong understanding of embodied carbon and whole-life carbon assessment principles Previous mentoring or team leadership experience