Principal Public Health Design Engineer

We are seeking to employ an Principal Public Health Design Engineer to be based in our London office.

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Hilson Moran are interdisciplinary consultants, engineers and advisors, applying progressive design thinking to shape the environments we live in.  We provide a full range of engineering services, exciting innovation and design solutions on a full range of projects from across our network of offices in the UK. #LI-Hybrid 

Our recently refurbished London office – the Living Lab – offers a direct link to clients, the ability to further develop our existing relationships and to pursue future opportunities across the city. We also have full view of some of our most iconic designs, including 20 Fenchurch Street ‘the Walkie Talkie’ and 30 St Mary’s Axe ‘The Gherkin’ from our river café space.

We are seeking to employ an proactive and enthusiastic Principal Public Health Design Engineer to join our expanding team in London.

As an experienced professional who ideally holds professional accreditation or is actively pursuing it, you will bring an extensive portfolio demonstrating your expertise and capabilities.

You will deliver your design services within a diverse and challenging range of design projects. Your project range Will vary, demonstrating experience across a range of different scales, complexity, sectors, and geographies.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Support project delivery in providing public health design engineering services to a varied client base. Projects will be varied from complex high value large commercial, fit-out and refurbishments to minor schemes.
  • Support coordination and ensuring they are delivered to the highest technical standards.
  • Monitor the quality control on projects to ensure the company quality standards are being achieved, prepare calculations /specifications and drawings, ensuring they comply with the clients’ brief.
  • Conduct performance assessments, provide constructive feedback, and identify skill gaps and opportunities for learning & development as a line manager.
  • Ensuring all additional work undertaken is appropriately identified and additional fees are claimed where appropriate.
  • Complete project references/presentations to be utilised for marketing purposes. Including developing a deep network of contacts within the industry and with clients.
  • Produce or assist in developing fee proposals and presentations.
  • As a project lead, evaluate project challenges, identify and develop solutions for new projects, mitigate risks, and develop opportunities in the future.
  • Evaluate project challenges, identify and develop solutions to mitigate risks, and identify opportunities in the future.
  • Review all calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure they are appropriate and comply with the client brief.

We’d like to hear from you if you have

Background & Qualifications:

  • MSc or BSc in Building Services Engineering Design, with Chartered Engineer status and professional membership of SoPHE are desirable.
  • Expertise in Public Health Design Engineering, covering domestic hot and cold water services, soil, waste, rainwater drainage, and both above and below ground drainage.
  • Experience with rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, solar hot water, and innovative design solutions is advantageous.
  • Proven experience in commercial (new build, refurbishments, and fit-out), residential, and mixed-use developments from concept to detailed design.
  • Strong knowledge of Building Services Engineering Systems, including their performance, application, and operation.
  • A proactive, adaptable, and approachable engineer with excellent client-facing and communication skills, demonstrating initiative at all levels.

Skills:

  • Strong technical expertise through client presentations, building trust and fostering relationships both internally and externally.
  • Review calculations, specifications, and drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
  • Apply technical skills to successfully deliver complex projects while providing expert guidance to promote innovation and creativity.
  • Communicate effectively with senior clients and stakeholders, assessing project variations and recommending necessary adjustments.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving.
  • Demonstrate leadership, strong organisational skills, and attention to detail to ensure project milestones are met and successful outcomes achieved.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Hilson Moran is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities