Associate Director Mechanical Engineer (Building Services)

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP have an opportunity for experienced client facing, associate director for our London office. You should be mechanically biased with a strong background in net zero carbon and sustainable design.

As part of the WSP team, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects in the world. WSP are currently involved in numerous projects which will reshape the landscape and skyline of London. Although a multi-disciplinary consultancy the WSP MEP team are a tight knit group, working closely to deliver some of the largest and most complex buildings in the world.

To find out more about our Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing business by clicking on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP:

A little more about your role...

• Produce high quality, industry leading building designs on some of the most exciting projects in the UK.
• Support and grow WSP's net zero carbon strategy and commitments by delivering highly sustainable, low carbon buildings.
• Become part of the wider WSP business by sharing knowledge and technical skills with colleagues from around the globe.
• Work with clients, developers, contractors and architects to build relationships and secure your position as the engineer of choice in the industry.
• Work in an environment that allows you to use your own initiative with support from specific specialist experience to deliver high quality engineering solutions
• Supervise the completion of detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function, whilst maximising joint learning opportunities for the wider business
• Being the client's key point of contact
• Be a part of the team's day-to-day management, vision, values and leadership. Develop team spirit and co-operation
• Understand the need to provide excellent client care & the opportunities to develop additional business for the team
• Assist with developing the client relationship to promote new commissions

Your Team

• You will work closely with like-minded individuals on exciting and challenging projects
• Building Services in London consists of more than a 160 mechanical, electrical, and PH engineers
• We make extraordinary efforts to attract, develop, engage and retain the best professionals in our industry because this is what makes us great
• We put the highest ethical standards at the centre of all we do, and professionalism is inherent in our offering
• We are humble and act with moral and intellectual integrity, treat everyone with respect and embrace diversity
• You'll be based in our office in London, offering easy commuting options and a lot of amenities around the corner

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

• Experience in mechanical, sustainable buildings design, from concept to technical design stages.
• A detailed understanding of operational energy calculations (TM54 / NABERS) and their application as part of the design decision process
• A working understanding of IES to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
• An understanding of working with Revit MEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
• Chartership through CIBSE/IET/IMechE Engineering Council preferred or accredited honours degree or specific experience that will lead to Chartership.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 83,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.