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ASSOCIATE - ELECTRICAL | BICESTER

LOCATION: BICESTER

REGION: EMEA

FLEXIBILITY: Hybrid

We are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low-energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients.

Through our market-leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment while helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero-carbon-built environments. We cover the entire lifecycle of any building project, offering a broad capability that saves our clients time, money, and effort. Our approach centres on listening to our clients and interacting energetically with fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude.

We now seek a fully experienced Associate to be based in our Bicester office. The ideal candidate will have the ability to inspire others and will be responsible for running major projects.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for running major projects, taking a team management role in the development, design, and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, and facilities.

Carries out cost and profit diagnosis on projects, including feasibility studies and preparation of fee bids.

Reviews status advised by project personnel and external parties and modifies schedules or plans as required. Prepares project reports for management, clients, or others.

Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes.

Conducts surveys, tests, and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations.

Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.

Represents the company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams, and contractors.

Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet robust industry and legal standards.

Provides day-to-day decision-making on project progress and direct liaison with clients.

Ensures risk and performance monitoring analysis through effective systems of internal control and delegation.

Leads the coordination of engineering services.

Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions.

Supports the delivery of projects in accordance with Project Delivery Process, encompassing project management, financial management, QA/QC, and technical review.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

BSc/BEng in an appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

MCIBSE/MIEE or HND/HNC with appropriate experience or equivalent.

Chartered Engineer status.

Significant experience in specification design for a range of building types.

Sound knowledge and working application of key health and safety issues and legislation.

Appreciation and working knowledge of contract and business law.

Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).

Ability to use IT-based calculation and spreadsheet software.

Strong understanding of BS standards and UK regulations/codes.

Experience and understanding of invoicing and credit control.

Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Leadership and mentoring skills.

Effective presentation and meeting facilitation skills.

Background in consulting or construction preferred.

Understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.

Ethical conduct in line with the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines.

BENEFITS

RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

23 days annual leave, rising to 28 days over 5 years of service.

Holiday purchase and buy-back scheme.

Up to 20-Days working from abroad.

Hybrid working.

Contributory company pension scheme.

Healthcare scheme via salary sacrifice (company-funded cover depends on level).

Non-contractual bonus awards.

Training sponsorship.

Charity volunteering leave.

Wellness days/initiatives.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer