Buildings Public Health Design Engineer (Associate Director)

The Jacobs Cities & Places (C&P) team create thriving places - from regions, cities, neighbourhoods & communities through to individual buildings and all through an integrated design approach. We have a tremendous opportunity in front of us to build upon our strengths and develop an interdisciplinary planning, design and delivery practice that is uniquely Jacobs, that sets the direction for the industry and is home to the very best and brightest design thinkers, disruptors, technical experts, visionaries and storytellers. Our business unit brings together engineers, architects, surveyors, designers, place-makers, project managers and transport planners to provide collaborative and coordinated value design solutions for our clients, both domestically and internationally. Due to our expanding portfolio and continuing long-term Client relationships, we have an exciting opportunity for Public Health Engineering experts to join our multi-disciplinary team. The team is involved in a broad range of interesting UK and International project types including research facilities, defence, rail and aviation infrastructure and passenger facilities, high tech production facilities, community decarbonisation and infrastructure renewal schemes, education, energy, water and environment. Key requirements for this role are strong communication skills with a collaborative working and positive, can-do attitude. You will need to run regular check-in meetings to review progress, design development and decisions, and to constructively resolve any blockers with project teams. You will need to be able to work independently and take responsibility for decision-making and output deliverables. Strong design coordination and collaboration skills with the ability to work and assume a key role within multi-disciplinary design teams is a key aspect of this role.

• A strong technical background in the Public Health elements of Building Services Design, Construction and Procurement
• Chartered Engineer and member of recognised professional institution - CIBSE or CIPHE
• Relevant experience in the design and specification of sustainable co-ordinated designs for potable water supply services, foul and rainwater drainage, sanitation systems and fire suppression systems in a variety of buildings
• A working knowledge of all other Building Services disciplines
• Ensure compliance with British Standards, Building Regulations, CIBSE Guidelines, regulations, relevant international and industry standards
• Experience in leading MEP teams through all stages of work winning, design and procurement and an understanding of the multi-disciplinary design processes
• You'll nurture excellent relationships with clients, generate business, resolve problems and exceed client expectations
• Delivery of design projects from concept to completion to a high quality - always considering safety and with solutions to eliminate health and safety risks
• Ability to lead or work within a team of engineers and designers, liaising directly with clients and other design team members - cross continental experience and the ability to travel within the UK and internationally for client purposes is required
• Project Management experience
  
  At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programs, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.