Amey
Assistant Building Services Engineer- Built Environment
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The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Assistant Building Services Engineer - Electrical to join our Advisory team - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.
The Role
As an Assistant Building Services Engineer - Electrical, you will work under the guidance of experienced engineers, supporting the delivery of technically sound electrical engineering solutions across a diverse range of projects. You will assist in the preparation of designs, calculations, drawings, and technical documentation while contributing to projects that meet quality, cost, and programme requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assist in the production of technically sound electrical building services designs in accordance with client requirements and industry standards.
- Support the preparation of electrical calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and project documentation.
- Assist with the design and coordination of electrical building services systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and associated infrastructure.
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
- Support engineers in developing practical, efficient, and compliant technical solutions.
- Assist with the production of scheme deliverables while ensuring quality, programme, and budget objectives are achieved.
- Participate in site visits, surveys, and inspections where required.
- Support the identification, communication, and management of project risks and hazards.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with health, safety, and welfare requirements, including CDM Regulations.
- Liaise with colleagues, clients, contractors, and suppliers as part of project delivery activities.
- Support project delivery across a variety of sectors, including Defence, Justice, Education, Transport, and Rail.
- Carry out general engineering and administrative duties associated with the successful operation of a consulting business.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by following established procedures and best practice.
What you will bring to us
- Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, HNC, or HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Understanding of electrical engineering theory and principles with the ability to apply them in practice.
- Knowledge of electrical building services systems, including power, lighting, and associated building infrastructure.
- Understanding of technical design and specification processes.
- Good competence with engineering software packages and analytical tools.
- Experience or awareness of AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM methodologies.
- Awareness of commercial considerations associated with project delivery.
- Understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and risk assessment principles.
- Good communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly and professionally.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Understanding of the interfaces between engineering disciplines.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and progression towards professional registration.
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Desirable
- Experience gained within a Graduate Engineer, Assistant Engineer, or similar role.
- Knowledge of electrical design software and calculation packages.
- Experience within a building services consultancy environment.
- Experience working on projects across Defence, Education, Justice, Rail, or Transport sectors.
- Membership of, or progression towards membership of, a relevant professional institution such as IET or CIBSE.
- Experience undertaking site surveys, inspections, and technical assessments.
- Understanding of Building Regulations and associated industry standards.
Career Development
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your technical, professional, and commercial engineering skills. You will gain experience across a variety of projects and sectors while receiving support to progress towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status through practical project experience, mentoring, and structured development opportunities.
What we can offer you
At Amey, we recognize that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits, and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
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Some of our benefits include:
- Exceptional personal development, training, and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition.
- Competitive salary and compensation.
- Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
- 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, and access to discounted gym membership.
- Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
- Family-friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
- Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support, and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
- Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
Who we are
Amey is a leading infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems across the UK and beyond.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance infrastructure across transport, defence, and civic sectors. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering expertise, infrastructure finance, and operational excellence, we create secure, resilient, and sustainable outcomes for our clients and communities.
Application Guidance
Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments, or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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