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Freelance Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Remote (South Africa)

We are partnering with a UK-based Data Centre specialist consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of hyperscale data centre projects on a freelance basis.

Requirements:
* Strong electrical building services design experience
* Proven experience on hyperscale data centres
* Experience with critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, transformers, switchgear, generators, and associated electrical systems, is essential
* Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality design documentation remotely

Candidates must have their own licensed software, including:
* Microsoft Office Suite
* Autodesk Revit Suite (Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection)

Location: Fully remote from South Africa Contract: Freelance / Contract

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading UK-based data centre consultancy on cutting-edge mission-critical projects while remaining fully remote from South Africa.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
Email: [email protected]

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Freelance Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Remote (South Africa)

We are partnering with a UK-based Data Centre specialist consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of hyperscale data centre projects on a freelance basis.

Requirements:
* Strong mechanical building services design experience
* Proven experience on hyperscale data centres
* Experience with power infrastructure, including UPS systems, transformers, and associated critical infrastructure, is essential
* Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality design documentation remotely
Candidates must have their own licensed software, including:
* Microsoft Office Suite
* Autodesk Revit Suite (Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection)

Location: Fully remote from South Africa Contract: Freelance / Contract

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading UK-based data centre consultancy on cutting-edge mission-critical projects while remaining fully remote from South Africa.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
email: [email protected]

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Sustainability Consultant (Building Physics & IES Modelling) - Fully Remote (South Africa)

We are partnering with a leading UK consultancy that is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Sustainability Consultant based in South Africa to support its UK team on a fully remote freelance basis

This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong sustainability professional with expertise in building physics, IES modelling, overheating analysis, and energy performance assessments. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality technical analysis and modelling support across a diverse portfolio of UK projects.

Working closely with the UK-based sustainability team, you will contribute to the delivery of both retrofit and new-build developments, helping to create sustainable, energy-efficient, and high-performing buildings.

The Role

As a Senior Sustainability Consultant, you will provide hands-on technical support to the UK sustainability and building performance team. The position is focused on the delivery of detailed modelling, analysis, and reporting rather than strategic leadership.

You will be responsible for producing accurate building performance models, carrying out thermal and energy assessments, and providing practical design recommendations to optimise building performance across live projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and produce IES VE models for a range of UK building projects.
* Undertake overheating and thermal comfort assessments, including TM59 and Part O
compliance where required.
* Support Part L assessments and broader building energy performance analysis.
* Assist in the preparation of Energy Strategy Reports and other sustainability-related
documentation.
* Review building designs and identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, occupant
comfort, and overall building performance.
* Collaborate with architects, engineers, and sustainability specialists as part of multidisciplinary
UK project teams.
* Attend remote design and coordination meetings, providing clear and informed technical input.
* Produce accurate modelling outputs and concise technical reports for review by the UK team.
* Contribute to both retrofit and new-build projects across a variety of sectors.

Skills & Experience

Applicants are not expected to meet every requirement, and additional training and support can be provided.

* Proven experience in building physics and IES VE modelling.
* Experience undertaking overheating, thermal comfort, and energy performance assessments.
* Strong understanding of UK building regulations and sustainability standards, particularly Part
L, Part O, and TM59.
* Experience contributing to Energy Strategy Reports or similar sustainability documentation.
* Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective
communication with UK-based teams.
* Previous experience working on UK building projects would be advantageous, but is not
essential.
* Knowledge of SAP, SBEM, or Elmhurst software would be beneficial, although candidates with
strong IES and building physics expertise will also be considered.

Whats on Offer?

* Long-term freelance engagement.
* Fully remote working from South Africa.
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of UK building projects.
* A technically focused role centred on building physics and performance modelling.
* Exposure to both retrofit and new-build developments.
* Supportive and collaborative UK team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Physics or Sustainability Consultant based in South Africa who is looking to work on UK projects remotely while continuing to develop their expertise in technical modelling and sustainable building design.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Sustainability Consultant (Building Physics & IES Modelling) - Fully Remote (South Africa)

We are partnering with a leading UK consultancy that is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Sustainability Consultant based in South Africa to support its UK team on a fully remote freelance basis

This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong sustainability professional with expertise in building physics, IES modelling, overheating analysis, and energy performance assessments. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality technical analysis and modelling support across a diverse portfolio of UK projects.

Working closely with the UK-based sustainability team, you will contribute to the delivery of both retrofit and new-build developments, helping to create sustainable, energy-efficient, and high-performing buildings.

The Role

As a Senior Sustainability Consultant, you will provide hands-on technical support to the UK sustainability and building performance team. The position is focused on the delivery of detailed modelling, analysis, and reporting rather than strategic leadership.

You will be responsible for producing accurate building performance models, carrying out thermal and energy assessments, and providing practical design recommendations to optimise building performance across live projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and produce IES VE models for a range of UK building projects.
* Undertake overheating and thermal comfort assessments, including TM59 and Part O
compliance where required.
* Support Part L assessments and broader building energy performance analysis.
* Assist in the preparation of Energy Strategy Reports and other sustainability-related
documentation.
* Review building designs and identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, occupant
comfort, and overall building performance.
* Collaborate with architects, engineers, and sustainability specialists as part of multidisciplinary
UK project teams.
* Attend remote design and coordination meetings, providing clear and informed technical input.
* Produce accurate modelling outputs and concise technical reports for review by the UK team.
* Contribute to both retrofit and new-build projects across a variety of sectors.

Skills & Experience

Applicants are not expected to meet every requirement, and additional training and support can be provided.

* Proven experience in building physics and IES VE modelling.
* Experience undertaking overheating, thermal comfort, and energy performance assessments.
* Strong understanding of UK building regulations and sustainability standards, particularly Part
L, Part O, and TM59.
* Experience contributing to Energy Strategy Reports or similar sustainability documentation.
* Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective
communication with UK-based teams.
* Previous experience working on UK building projects would be advantageous, but is not
essential.
* Knowledge of SAP, SBEM, or Elmhurst software would be beneficial, although candidates with
strong IES and building physics expertise will also be considered.

Whats on Offer?

* Long-term freelance engagement.
* Fully remote working from South Africa.
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of UK building projects.
* A technically focused role centred on building physics and performance modelling.
* Exposure to both retrofit and new-build developments.
* Supportive and collaborative UK team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Physics or Sustainability Consultant based in South Africa who is looking to work on UK projects remotely while continuing to develop their expertise in technical modelling and sustainable building design.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Sustainability Consultant - Building Physics / IES Modelling
Freelance Fully Remote South Africa UK Projects

We are working with a UK consultancy looking to appoint a Senior Sustainability Consultant based in South Africa to support their UK team on a fully remote freelance basis.

This role is focused primarily on building physics, IES modelling, overheating analysis and energy performance assessments. It would suit someone who is technically strong, comfortable working independently, and able to support UK project teams with accurate modelling, reporting and design input.

You will be working on a mix of UK retrofit and new-build projects, supporting the delivery of sustainable and energy-efficient building designs.

The Role
The successful consultant will support the UK sustainability and building performance team with technical modelling and assessment work. The main focus will be producing IES models, carrying out overheating and thermal comfort analysis, supporting energy strategy work, and providing practical design recommendations to improve building performance.

This is not a strategic leadership role. The client is looking for someone who can get involved in the technical delivery, work closely with the UK team, and provide reliable building physics support across live projects.

Key Responsibilities
* Produce and develop IES models for UK building projects.
* Carry out overheating and thermal comfort assessments, including TM59 and Part O
where required.
* Support Part L assessments and energy performance analysis.
* Assist with Energy Strategy Reports and sustainability-related project documentation.
* Review building designs and identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, comfort
and overall performance.
* Work with architects, engineers and sustainability consultants as part of a wider UK
project team.
* Attend remote design meetings and provide clear technical input where needed.
* Prepare clear, accurate reports and modelling outputs for review by the UK team.
* Support both retrofit and new-build projects across a range of sectors.

Skills & Experience
Applicants are not expected to meet all the criteria. Training will be provided.
* Strong experience in building physics and IES modelling.
* Experience carrying out overheating, thermal comfort and energy performance
assessments.
* Good understanding of UK sustainability and building regulations, particularly Part L, Part
O and TM59.
* Experience supporting Energy Strategy Reports or similar sustainability documentation.
* Ability to work remotely and communicate clearly with UK-based project teams.
* Previous experience working on UK building design projects would be advantageous but
not essential.
* Knowledge of SAP, SBEM or Elmhurst would be beneficial, but not essential if the
candidate is strong in IES and building physics.

What's on Offer?
* Long-term freelance opportunity.
* Fully remote working from South Africa.
* Opportunity to work on UK building design projects.
* Technical delivery role focused on building physics and modelling.
* Exposure to retrofit and new-build developments.
* Supportive UK team environment.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Building Physics or Sustainability Consultant in South Africa who wants to support UK projects remotely while focusing on hands-on technical modelling and analysis.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Contract Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) - Remote (South Africa)

Location: South Africa (Fully Remote)
Sector: Residential Projects
Contract / Freelance Opportunity
Competitive Hourly or Daily Rate

The Opportunity

We are working with a respected international multidisciplinary consultancy that has successfully delivered complex projects across the UK and Europe for more than 20 years. Due to a growing portfolio of residential developments, they are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a South Africa-based professional looking to work remotely while contributing to the design and delivery of high-quality residential projects.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the electrical design process for residential building services projects from concept through to detailed design and construction stages.
Develop robust electrical designs covering power distribution, lighting, small power, fire alarm systems, and associated services.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams across various locations.
Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise throughout all project phases.
Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and client specifications.

Requirements
Minimum of 5 years experience in Electrical Building Services Design.
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience delivering electrical design solutions within a consulting engineering environment.
Strong understanding of residential building services electrical systems.
Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Amtech, Dialux, Relux, and AutoCAD.
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote environment.
Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Whats on Offer
Fully remote working from anywhere in South Africa.
Long-term contract opportunity with a healthy pipeline of residential projects.
Exposure to large-scale, high-end residential developments.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Opportunity to collaborate with an experienced international team of engineers and designers.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Location: London & Midlands (Hybrid / Flexible)
Engagement: Contract (Inside or Outside IR35) or Permanent
Rate / Salary: Highly competitive, commensurate with experience

We are working on behalf of our client, a major UK civils contractor, to appoint an experienced Estimator to support the growth of a strong and long‑term highways pipeline.Based from offices in North London, with projects delivered across London and the Midlands, this role offers genuine flexibility - candidates can work from home, the North London office, or project offices depending on location and preference.This opportunity would suit an Estimator with experience across highways, surfacing, civils, or infrastructure, who enjoys being closely involved in tendering, commercial decision‑making, and building long‑term client relationships.

The Role
Working closely with the Commercial and Project Teams, you will play a key role in pricing work, managing tenders, and supporting the successful award of new contracts.
Key responsibilities include:

Managing the end‑to‑end tendering process, ensuring bids are compliant, competitive, and submitted on timeReviewing drawings, specifications, and contract documents to fully understand scope, risk, and opportunityProducing accurate quantity take‑offs and cost estimates covering labour, plant, materials, and subcontractorsIdentifying commercial risks and opportunities within tenders and escalating key issues where appropriateSupporting bid reviews and tender settlements with the wider project teamManaging post‑submission clarifications and client queries professionallyBuilding strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliersContributing to the ongoing improvement of estimating processes and cost data

About You
Essential:

Proven estimating experience within highways, surfacing, civils, or infrastructureStrong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical informationExcellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skillsConfident communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and internal teamsProficient in estimating software and Excel

Desirable:

HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related disciplineExperience working with NEC3 / NEC4 contractsExposure to bid strategy, value engineering, and pre‑bid meetings

What's On Offer

Very competitive rate or salary, depending on engagement preference Flexible working arrangements Choice of Inside IR35, Outside IR35, or Permanent Long‑term pipeline of secured work Supportive, collaborative team environment Real opportunity for professional development and progression

If you're an Estimator looking to work on meaningful, high‑profile infrastructure projects with flexibility and long‑term security, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.

For an initial chat please call Paul on 07990807561

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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