Senior Building Services Engineer (HVAC)
3-6 month contract
Description of the assignment
Purpose of the job
The Senior Building Services Engineer defines and distributes the scope of work to ensure that the project is executed safely, on time and at appropriate levels of quality. The Senior Building Services Engineer is responsible for the delivery of design and engineering to meet the requirements technical specification.
Key Accountabilities
· Development of designs and documentation to satisfy the technical specification,
· Production of design deliverables throughout the design process,
· Checking/approval of discipline specific design deliverables,
· Contribution to design reviews and safety reviews,
· Ensuring quality and timely delivery of design documentation throughout all phases of the design process,
· Compliance with safety legislation, industry codes and standards and statutory regulations,
· Develop cost effective technical solutions,
· Staff development,
· Managing safety by developing and reinforcing the safety culture,
· Management of contractors,
· Provide technical consultancy,
· Provide support during Site surveys, installation and commissioning.
Occupational Skills and Knowledge
· Degree qualified in a relevant technical / engineering discipline or demonstrable experience,
· Working towards, or already have, Chartership in a discipline specific engineering institution.
Duties and Requirements
Essential
· Strong understanding of the fundamentals within your engineering discipline,
· Previous experience in the design of Building Services (inc: Ventilation & Piped Services),
· Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions,
· Good understanding of safety legislation and statutory regulations,
· Strong organisational and interpersonal skills,
· Good level of commercial awareness,
· Experience of leading design teams,
· Experience of managing sub-contracts,
· Experience of bid preparation.
· Experience working on design substantiation or period reviews of safety
· Experience writing Design Assessment Reports (DARs)
Desirable
· Full membership of a discipline specific engineering institution and CEng status,
· Knowledge of Design software capability and outputs,
· Experience of Containment and process ventilation systems,
· Experience of Design and Engineering substantiation,
· Construction Site experience,
· Experience of working in the Nuclear industry or other highly regulated industry.
Why us?Why Nuvia
Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.
Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.
Entity
NUVIA is a branch of VINCI, the world's largest integrated concessions and construction group. NUVIA is more specifically the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group and is involved in the entire life cycle of nuclear facilities, from new build to decommissioning, maintenance and operation. NUVIA is constantly growing, with more than 2700 employees worldwide. On average, 100 men and women join us every year. Now, more than ever, we are looking for new talent to support the group's growth.
Astute’s Nuclear team is working with a leading geo-environmental consultancy recognised for delivering sustainable, practical solutions to the built environment. We’re recruiting for an Associate / Associate Director – Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental, based in Peterborough, with flexible hybrid working.
This Associate / Associate Director role offers a salary of £65,000 to £72,000, alongside flexible working, structured progression, and the opportunity to shape the future of land development and remediation projects across the UK.
If you’re an experienced geotechnical or geo-environmental consultant with proven leadership skills — and you’re looking to take a strategic role in a respected and growing consultancy — we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities and Duties of the Associate / Associate Director – Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental roleReporting to the Regional Director, you will:
Manage and oversee site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments
Design and implement remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks
Provide high-quality technical leadership on soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkages, and regulatory compliance
Lead multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring delivery to scope, budget, and timescales
Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes
Produce and review technical reports including Phase I and Phase II assessments, remediation method statements, and validation reports
Contribute to business development by writing tenders, supporting bids, and identifying new opportunities for growth
Mentor and support junior staff, helping to shape the next generation of consultants
We are looking for someone with the following:
A relevant degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline
Extensive consultancy experience (8+ years), ideally at Senior, Principal, or Associate level
Strong track record in managing land contamination and remediation projects
Excellent working knowledge of UK contaminated land regulations
Chartered (or working toward) status with a relevant body (e.g. CEnv, CGeol, CSci)
Demonstrable experience in client engagement, business development, and project delivery
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor colleagues
The Associate / Associate Director role would suit someone who is:
Commercially astute with excellent client-facing skills
Passionate about delivering pragmatic, sustainable solutions
Collaborative, supportive, and committed to team success
Excited by a leadership role combining technical delivery with business growth
Motivated to make a long-term impact within a growing consultancy
£65,000 – £72,000 depending on experience
Employer-matched pension scheme
Life assurance cover
25 days annual leave + bank holidays + 2 volunteering days
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Healthcare cashback plan (including 24/7 GP access)
Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies
Electric car salary sacrifice scheme & Cycle to Work scheme
Clear long-term career development opportunities within a nationwide consultancy