Senior Public Health Design Engineer

Role: Senior Public Health Design Engineer

Location: London

Permanent

ASAP Start

Salary: £65,000 -£70,000 per annum

About the Company:
Established nearly a decade ago, this company has quickly gained a reputation as one of the top small, independent building services consultancies in the industry. Their exceptional staff retention rate speaks to the supportive culture, clear career progression, and strong professional development opportunities they provide. As the business enters an exciting phase of growth, this is an excellent time to join a company poised for continued success and expansion.

Role Overview:
The company is now seeking a Lead Public Health Engineer to take charge of their Public Health department. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead projects, develop the department, and shape its future within a thriving consultancy. As the Lead Engineer, you will have the chance to bring your expertise to the forefront while contributing to the growth and success of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow the Public Health department within the company, ensuring the development and execution of key projects.
• Provide technical leadership on projects, overseeing design elements and offering guidance to junior engineers.
• Engage with clients and contractors to ensure project success and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Take ownership of a range of technically challenging projects, including commercial offices, educational buildings, and large-scale refurbishments/new builds.
• Influence the direction of Public Health engineering within the business and mentor others to support their growth.

What You Will Bring:

• 8+ years of experience in building services design, with a strong background in Public Health engineering, ideally within a consultancy or contractor environment.
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage client/contractor relationships.
• A passion for growing a team and shaping the future of the department.
• A technical background with the ability to engage in the complexities of large-scale and varied projects.

What’s on Offer:

• The opportunity to lead and grow the Public Health department within a growing and supportive consultancy.
• Competitive salary ranging from £65,000 – £75,000 per annum.
• 30 days of annual leave + bank holidays (no weekly timesheets!).
• £300 yearly sports membership.
• Hybrid working – flexible working options available.
• Strong career progression, with many engineers achieving Chartered status through the company’s investment in professional development (including MSc courses).

Why This is a Great Opportunity:

• 90% staff retention rate – A clear indicator of a supportive and positive workplace.
• Exposure to a variety of technically complex projects, including those that challenge traditional engineering practices such as prison design.
• The opportunity to shape a growing division within a dynamic company.
• A collaborative team culture with a focus on CPD and career development.

If you’re an experienced Public Health Engineer looking to step into a leadership role with a growing consultancy, apply today via Darryll Gibson.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.