Associate Director – Building Services, Mechanical Engineer

Civic

. Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept through completion .

Posted 10/29/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading mechanical building services projects, with a strong focus on HVAC, plumbing, renewable energy, and sustainable design. Proven ability to manage project resources, financial planning, and client relationships while promoting innovative engineering solutions.

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Mechanical Building Services EngineeringHVAC Systems DesignSustainable Design PracticesProject ManagementClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Building ServicesHVACPlumbingRenewable Energy SolutionsTechnical Documentation ReviewQuality Standards ComplianceFinancial ManagementCost ControlBids and Tender SubmissionsProject Performance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunicationBusiness Development

Industry Keywords

Building ServicesSustainability TargetsEngineering SolutionsRisk ManagementCPDIndustry EngagementNetworkingStrategic PlanningContinuous ImprovementCivic Academy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept through completion
Oversee HVAC, plumbing, renewable energy and low-carbon building services systems
Provide technical leadership and promote best practice and innovative engineering approaches
Review designs, calculations and technical documentation for compliance
Champion sustainable design and support project sustainability targets
Advise clients and project teams on engineering solutions, procurement, risk management and technical best practice
Support collaboration across engineering, infrastructure and sustainability disciplines
Lead multiple projects against programme, budget, quality and sustainability objectives
Act as a trusted adviser to clients and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles
Manage project resources, performance, financial planning and cost control
Lead, mentor and develop engineers and project teams
Build client, collaborator and industry relationships and pursue new and repeat business
Prepare bids, fee proposals and tender submissions
Represent the practice at industry events, networking opportunities and client meetings
Promote the practice’s wider services and support mechanical engineering business growth
Contribute technical expertise through presentations, industry engagement and thought leadership
Work with senior leaders on business objectives, strategic planning and continuous improvement
Support adoption of new technologies, processes and ways of working
Participate in CPD, technical presentations, knowledge sharing and Civic Academy activities
Act as an ambassador for the practice and promote positive outcomes for clients and communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accomplished Building Services Engineer with experience leading mechanical building services projects
Ability to lead design and delivery from concept through completion
Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, renewable energy and low-carbon solutions
Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams
Ability to review engineering designs, calculations and technical documentation
Knowledge of quality standards, regulations and project requirements
Experience with sustainable design and project sustainability targets
Ability to advise clients and project teams on engineering solutions, procurement routes, risk management and technical best practice
Ability to lead multiple projects against programme, budget, quality and sustainability objectives
Experience managing project resources and monitoring project performance
Experience supporting financial management, budget planning and cost control
Ability to lead, mentor and develop engineers and project teams
Client relationship and business development experience
Ability to prepare and contribute to bids, fee proposals and tender submissions
Ability to represent the practice at industry events, networking opportunities and client meetings
Commitment to CPD, technical presentations and knowledge sharing
Commitment to Civic’s values and professional excellence

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fair and competitive salary, taking into consideration market rates and your experience level
Core hours between 10:30am-4:30pm, with an early Friday finish
Hybrid working; most full-time employees come into the studio 3 days a week
26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Extra annual leave day after 3 years’ service and another after 5 years
Option to buy or sell a week of holiday each year
Sabbatical pot by banking a week’s holiday for 3 years to take a month off in year 4
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and neonatal care leave pay
2 days paid dependency leave and 1 week paid carers leave
Mental health first aider support
Mindfulness sessions
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Life Assurance
Health Care Cash Plan
Gym discounts
Free eye tests
4 weeks enhanced sick leave
2 mental wellness days
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion network with regular team activities
2 days paid volunteering leave each year
Paid professional memberships
2 days paid study leave, plus extra for exams
Chartership Preparation Courses
Chartership completion bonus
In-house Civic Academy training
Management Development Programmes
Mentorship programme for all employees
Workplace Nursery scheme
Workplace pension scheme
Season Ticket Loans and National Rail Cards
Two salary sacrifice cycle-to-work schemes
Cycling facilities at all studios, including showers and bike racks