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Role Overview
The newly created role of Bristol Director provides a fantastic opportunity for someone with outstanding project leadership and people management capabilities to develop and shape a new office. The position will be based in Bristol but in your first month you will be asked to spend some time in other offices to get an understanding of the culture and processes. At a time of exciting expansion, the role will contribute to the wider growth of the business and provide ongoing opportunities for personal growth and development. The role will be closely supported by our strong leadership and engineering team. You will be the first hire on the MEP side in Bristol, giving you the full reigns to build a team and shape the office in a vision that aligns with the company's founding directors.

The Company:
The company currently has two offices and is expected to turn over £4.5m this year. At present, there are around 35-40 heads in the business, made up of MEP and Sustainability staff. The founding directors are former senior figures at large engineering firms who decided to make start their own business (which will remain as a partnership).

Key Roles and Responsibilities
The role will require an equal split of time to be spent on project leadership and management of the local team. The remainder of time will be spent nurturing client relationships in addition shaping and monitoring execution of the office and regional business plan.

The key responsibilities are:
* To deliver outstanding Project Leadership across complex high value projects, working closely with members of the team, contractors and clients to ensure successful outcomes.
* To inspire and further develop a high performing team, utilising excellent people management skills to enable every member to be their best.
* To promote and role-model a positive office culture which aligns with our Values to enhance the success of the local, and where appropriate, wider team.
* To build and sustain excellent relationships with clients and prospective clients to identify and convert further revenue opportunities.
* To drive the execution of the Bristol office business plan, including contributing to successful financial performance. Collaborating effectively with others at all times to do so.

Person Specification
The following skillsets are required:
* Currently operate at Director or Associate Director level, preferably Chartered, in a Building Services related environment.
* Possess a track record of delivering high quality and transformative engineering projects, demonstrating highly effective project leadership capabilities in doing so.
* Excel as an inspirational and passionate manager of people, with proven experience of building and sustaining high performing teams and developing individuals to achieve great things.
* Be motivated by, and ideally have demonstrable experience of, promoting a positive culture within a team/office environment.
* Be effective at developing and sustaining enduring client relationships to identify and convert ongoing business opportunities.
* Naturally exhibit excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication, presentation, persuading, negotiating and influencing.
* Be competent at writing fee proposals, forecasting revenue, invoicing and managing subcontractor relationships.
* Be a self-starter with a can-do attitude that identifies and solves problems, escalating when appropriate.
* Be proficient in IT, with a strong and effective knowledge of engineering tools and platforms.

Other
Package - £75 - 100k salary, depending on experience, alongside other benefit discussions - performance related bonus, 8% pension contribution, 9 day-fortnight etc.
Opportunity to be part of a future ownership model (in development).
Given the nature of the role, this is an office-based position and therefore a minimum of 3, preferably 4 days per week in the office.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Location: Bristol or Cardiff (With Hybrid Working)

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting a Senior Electrical Consultant Engineer to join a client-focused team within our West & Wales Built Asset Consultancy service. You'll work across various sectors including public, environmental, commercial, and education.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Electrical Consultant Engineer with experience in surveying building infrastructure, independent design from RIBA Stage 0-4, and providing technical advice to clients throughout construction.

The successful candidate will also help support and grow the M&E service in the region, aligned with our business strategy.

Role Responsibilities
Undertake project feasibility studies
Detailed technical design of electrical services
Produce technical drawings and full electrical tender packages
Monitor electrical works on site and report on conformity and quality
Undertake electrical condition, pre-acquisition, dilapidation, and PPM surveys
Perform technical advisor roles and assist in contractor design development
Carry out duties efficiently and in accordance with procedures
Comply with commercial, procurement, contractual, environmental, and safety standards
Liaise closely with internal project teams and develop commercial strategies

Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who delivers excellent customer service and demonstrates a proactive approach to their role.

Key attributes include:
Strong communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Organised, diligent, commercially aware
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the Southwest and South Wales
Commitment to supporting the regional M&E service

Qualifications
BSc in Electrical Engineering (minimum)
Recognised M&E qualification
Chartered or working toward MCIBSE (or equivalent)

Experience
Proven experience in a similar role or site engineering
High-level independent design experience from RIBA Stages 0-4
Asset surveying and technical due diligence
Familiarity with CAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office REVIT experience beneficial

Behaviours
Recognised as client-focused, a supportive team player, and positive collaborator
Committed to delivering excellence and supporting long-term team growth



About the Company

We are a leading independent organisation in cost management, project management, and advisory services, with a global network and over two centuries of heritage.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

This is a Client side opportunity working within Construction Projects team for a significant Data Centre owner / operator. With multiple sites and more coming on stream this is a busy role whereby you will be Project Managing various building services schemes across the portfolio

These projects for example could be:

Managing new green filed sites to operational status

Expansion of Brown field existing assets

End of life asset replacement

Retrofitting and upgrades

All works are within the BMS, Electrical or Mechanical (cooling) disciplines so both technical services experience and data centre live site experience are important. The Project Manager is ultimately responsible for project oversight and review of all disciplines including electrical, mechanical, controls, and architectural. A fundamental understanding of these systems is required, as the individual will be expected to identify areas for improvement as well as act on data provided from other team and organisations

This role requires both independent contribution as well as the ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams and internal business units. The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals

Responsibilities include:

Project management and oversight of build and retrofitting related activities as they relate to modifying existing infrastructure for the purpose of installing new or to replace end of life equipment. This will include the ownership of the project scope, timeline, and budget. - Provide project management for specific initiatives aimed at increasing the resiliency of the data centers.

Construction/project package drawing review. - Creation of project scope, request for proposals, and capital requests. - Total project quality including the creation of a commissioning plan and oversight of the execution. - Recording and reporting key metrics to team members and management. - Operational support including review of procedures, best practices, and maintenance initiatives. -

Drive teams to perform troubleshooting and root cause failure analysis associated with equipment or electrical failures. - Work with contractors and vendors to deliver efficient and high quality project turnovers. - Be a leader within the group as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center.

This is a great long term opportunity within a great industry

Role is outside IR35

Candidates must be UK based and happy to conduct site visits as appropriate

Please note your main skill set and expertise must be M&E (Building Services). This is not a general or IT PM position

Your expert recruitment consultant is Trevor Parsons, call today on 0207 422 7377 or email [email protected] 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.

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services 
 
 Our client is a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy known for delivering high-quality engineering solutions in the built environment. They are committed to sustainability, digital innovation, and collaborative working across diverse projects. With a reputation for technical excellence, they work on complex, high-profile developments locally, nationally, and internationally. 
 
 The Opportunity 
 
 Our client is seeking a passionate and dynamic Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Building Engineering team in either Cardiff or Bristol. The successful candidate will have strong design, technical, and sustainability skills, with a proven track record in multi-disciplinary building services design. This role involves taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion and delivering outstanding results. 
 
 Key Responsibilities 
 Lead MEP teams on complex projects across various sectors. 
 Ensure technical standards are met and oversee project management, including financial performance. 
 Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other professional to achieve integrated design solutions. 
 Engage with clients on fees, commercial aspects, and project scope. 
 Drive innovation in digital engineering and sustainable building solutions. 
 Oversee multiple projects, ensuring efficiency and adherence to timelines. 
 
 Requirements 
 BSc in Mechanical, HVAC, or Building Services Engineering. 
 Extensive experience in delivering large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects. 
 Strong leadership in managing teams and external consultants. 
 Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and future industry trends. 
 Ability to manage commercial aspects, including budgeting and resource planning. 
 
 Employee Benefits 
 Competitive salary with performance-based profit share 
 Private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, and income protection. 
 Company pension scheme. 
 Flexible benefits to support health, well-being, and work-life balance. 
 Career growth opportunities, professional development, and mentorship programs. 
 Access to cutting-edge technology and digital engineering resources. 
 A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative working environment. 
 This is an exciting opportunity to work with a forward-thinking consultancy, contributing to high-impact engineering projects and shaping the future of sustainable design. 

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.