Associate Structural Engineer
Exeter

We are partnered with a multidisciplinary consultancy in Exeter, who have an opportunity for a motivated and experienced Structural Engineer to join their Civil & Structural division.

Based in Sowton, in a very modern workspace, they have a Civil & Structural team made up of four, with the opportunity for an incoming Associate to head up the Structural side.

With a solid pipeline of work, including a strong local authority partnership this is a very secure opportunity for someone seeking longevity in a role.

You’ll be the lead engineer on projects focussing on a mixture of public work, housing developers and commercial works. You will also help grow the Structures team, working with the strong team of Civil Engineers already in post.

Who You’ll Be…

• Ideally a chartered engineer, or at least working towards chartership
• Experience in a similar role, running a team or running projects
• Degree educated
• Sound knowledge of Structural design software

Benefits

• £50-60k starting salary
• 25 days annual leave + BH
• Flexible & Hybrid working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension
• 8 weeks sick pay

Graduate Mechanical Engineer
Plymouth
£25,000 - £29,000

We are seeking a motivated and driven Mechanical Engineering Graduate to join one of the South West’s leading MEP consultancies in their flagship Plymouth office.

This is an opportunity that would suit a new graduate, or a current graduate with one or two years of experience.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to be part of one of the South West’s most established consultancies in their friendly Plymouth head office. This role comes with excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive team, as well as a brilliant benefits package.

You will play an important role in the engineering team, working with a strong team across sectors including defence, leisure, residential, commercial, residential and heritage.

One of the biggest draws of this company is their progression – if you have a career target in mind you will be supported and encouraged to push for career success.

Key Duties…

• Preparation of detailed design calculation
• Supporting administrative process on projects
• Work using Revit & AutoCAD
• Meet with clients
• Attend site visits, preparing site surveys

Who You’ll Be…

• Hold a BEng or MEng degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering or building services
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• IT literate
• A full UK driving license is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Starting salary £25,000 - £29,000 DOE
• Company performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Holiday sell and purchase options
• Pension
• Cycle to work
• Medical cover
• Death in service

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Cardiff
£40,000 - £50,000

We are seeking a motivated and versatile Senior Mechanical Engineer to join one of the South West’s leading MEP consultancies in their Cardiff office.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to be part of one a growing group who have a strong influence in South West England and South Wales, with further growth plans. This role comes with excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive team, as well as a brilliant benefits package.

You will play a key role in the engineering team, working with a strong team across sectors including defence, leisure, residential, commercial, residential and heritage.

One of the biggest draws of this company is their progression – if you have a career target in mind you will be supported and encouraged to push for career success.

Key Duties…

• Provide mechanical building services design to buildings and infrastructure work
• Work both independently and as part of a wider team
• Liaise with clients and external design teams
• Attend site visits and surveys
• Contribute to the growth and development of the Plymouth office and wider company

Who You’ll Be…

• Educated to bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or building services. Or hold the equivalent level of relevant education
• Strong track record working across multiple projects
• Full IT literate including relevant experience using AutoCAD, NES, Amtech, Revit, Cymap and MS Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understand managing and setting budgets
• Able to work under pressure
• Hold a full UK driving license

Benefits

• Starting salary £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Company performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Holiday sell and purchase options
• Pension
• Cycle to work
• Medical cover
• Death in service

Principal Electrical Engineer
Bristol

We are partnered with a Central Bristol Building Services consultancy office who seek an experienced, and ambitious Electrical Engineer.

With offices in Cardiff, Swansea and Bristol, this company have a solid hold on the local area, with a real wide and diverse range of projects.

The company has seen some exciting change this year, which has in turn, opened an opportunity for an experienced engineer to join as a principal, with the goal to progress to Associate Director and further to Director level with the group.

We’re looking for someone that can come in and instantly act as Lead Engineer, working with four existing Electrical Engineers from Graduate to Senior level.

Who We’re Looking For…

• HNC/Degree educated
• Minimum of 3 years working within MEP Design
• Experience of Revit, AutoCAD and Hevacomp is massively beneficial
• Sociable, strong team player
• Leader
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• Circa £60k starting salary
• 27 days leave + BH
• Wellbeing allowance
• Employee assistance programme
• IT equipment
• Flexible working options
• Govt pension

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Building Services
Birmingham

I have an exciting, and unique opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join a brand new Birmingham based MEP team!

The Company

Formed eleven years ago, this multidisciplinary consultancy has grown sustainably across new divisions, and locations, working on a range of cutting edge projects. Three years ago, they started a Building Services MEP division in Plymouth, which has gone from strength to strength, prompting further growth. In February of this year, they opened a new Building Services office in the heart of Birmingham, which already has a large amount of work in their pipeline.

Their office is in one of the most modern workspaces in the heart of Birmingham, boasting a bar, gym and roof terrace.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an ambitious, and dynamic Mechanical Engineer to join this new team, delivering projects across a range of sectors. You’ll be working with a small team initially, helping grow and shape the future of the office.

Who You’ll Be

We’re looking for a dynamic, ambitious and flexible Engineer, ideally with over 4 years of Building Services experience. You’ll need to be confident to work independently as this is a growing team!

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive starting salary, circa £40,000 DOE
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company bonus
• Company mobile and laptop
• Hybrid & flexible working options
• Cycle to work scheme
• Volunteer days
• Annual company excursion
• Further education
• Professional memberships reimbursed
• Government pension

Office Lead
Southampton
Building Services

We have a unique opportunity for an ambitious, commercially minded individual to assist an MEP consultants open a brand new Southampton based office. With a healthy amount of work being won in the area, it’s an exciting, strategic move for the group.

The consultancy were established two decades ago in Plymouth and have grown to four offices strong across the South West of England and South Wales. With a range of cutting edge designs across defence, healthcare, residential, education, commercial and more, there is real variety in what they do, whilst also being local champions. 1% of their profits are used for community value work, and have helped local charities a lot in their 20 years.

Being a well backed, established consultancy, this offers a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and commercially minded engineer to assist in opening a brand new office. You’ll be working with a current Regional Director and the MD, and be heavily involved in locating an office, staffing, and business development. The position will come with excellent career prospects.

Benefits will include,

• Company performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Holiday sell and purchase options
• Pension
• Cycle to work
• Medical cover
• Death in service

Graduate Electrical Engineer
Plymouth
£25,000 - £29,000

We are seeking a motivated and driven Electrical Engineering Graduate to join one of the South West’s leading MEP consultancies in their flagship Plymouth office.

This is an opportunity that would suit a new graduate, or a current graduate with one or two years of experience.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to be part of one of the South West’s most established consultancies in their friendly Plymouth head office. This role comes with excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive team, as well as a brilliant benefits package.

You will play an important role in the engineering team, working with a strong team across sectors including defence, leisure, residential, commercial, residential and heritage.

One of the biggest draws of this company is their progression – if you have a career target in mind you will be supported and encouraged to push for career success.

Key Duties…

• Preparation of detailed design calculation
• Supporting administrative process on projects
• Work using Revit & AutoCAD
• Meet with clients
• Attend site visits, preparing site surveys

Who You’ll Be…

• Hold a BEng or MEng degree in electrical engineering or building services
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• IT literate
• A full UK driving license is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Starting salary £25,000 - £29,000 DOE
• Company performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Holiday sell and purchase options
• Pension
• Cycle to work
• Medical cover
• Death in service

Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Project Architect to join our dynamic team. The Project Architect will be responsible for overseeing the design and development of architectural projects from conception to completion. This role requires a strong understanding of design principles, codes, and construction methods, as well as exceptional project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of architectural projects, ensuring adherence to client requirements, budget, and timelines.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project requirements and develop design concepts.
• Create and present design proposals, incorporating sustainable and inclusive design principles, to clients and project teams.
• Manage project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and construction documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee construction administration, conducting site visits and coordinating with contractors to ensure project execution aligns with design intent.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Licensed or pursuing licensure as an architect.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in architectural design and project management.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction methodologies.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in architectural design.

Day-to-day

• Collaborating with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Developing design concepts and iterating based on feedback from clients and project teams.
• Leading project meetings and coordinating with internal and external team members to ensure project milestones are met.
• Reviewing and guiding the work of junior staff to support their professional development.
• Visiting project sites to monitor construction progress and address any design-related issues.

About: Avocet have partnered with a leading architectural practice who are committed to delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and healthcare. With a reputation for excellence and a focus on client satisfaction, they strive to push boundaries and exceed expectations with every project they undertake.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with architects and other team members to develop detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Utilise CAD software and other tools to create accurate architectural plans, elevations, and sections.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather essential data for project planning and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and industry standards throughout the design process.
• Assist in the preparation of planning applications and building regulation submissions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to facilitate project coordination and approvals.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, and other relevant software applications.
• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology or related field.
• Proven experience working in a similar role within the architectural industry.
• Strong technical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations and planning policies.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Employee benefits package including pension scheme and health insurance.
• Subsidised Parking.

How to Apply: If you are ready to take the next step in your architectural career and contribute to exciting projects, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a portfolio showcasing your relevant work experience to Jordan Ball.

Site Administrator

• Established Heritage Developer
• Site-based 
• Beautiful Grade II listed buildings
• Award Winning

Avocet Recruitment are working alongside an established heritage developer with a passion for conservation.

Our Client have stunning developments across the UK - bringing a modern twist to Britain's architectural heritage.

Responsibilities:

• To maintain systems on site to ensure they replicate those at Head Office
• To work as part of a team to meet daily deadlines
• To prioritise and manage a busy daily workload
• To answer telephone calls to the project office and direct as required taking messages where necessary
• Carry out general administration duties: i.e. filing, typing, photocopying, minute taking, diary management, travel arrangements, meeting refreshments, postal arrangements etc. ensuring minutes are issued in a timely basis.
• To collate and distribute relevant paperwork for meetings.
• Creating and maintaining meeting room booking systems.
• To assist in the preparation of reports and agendas for Directors Site Visits and JV reports.
• To arrange project events and assist with arrangement for events organised by head office.
• To maintain the site(s) Project Directory on Outlook.
• To assist with upkeep of Health & Safety Documentation on site.
• Manage the Diary and email filing of the Development and Project Director
• To work with the appointed Principle Designer to assist in producing the site CDM Building Health & Safety Files relevant to the phase / site for onward distribution to managing agents and tenants.
• To keep relevant trackers up to date regarding plot files, Building Control and Warranty information and submit to head office and required companies when requested. Chasing for outstanding information where required and informing the site team of plot certificate status.
• To assist in updating the Site Construction Phase Plan, Traffic Management Plan, Temporary Works Register, Organisation Chart, Fire Plan and Lifting Plan, on a quarterly basis or as necessary.
• To update the site waste management plan on a quarterly basis or necessary.
• Update Method Statement / Risk Assessment logs for each subcontractor on site. Request updated RAMS from subcontractors onsite and oversee site management alteration and approvals of RAMS.

For more information - please get in contact without delay 01392 345558