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About Our Client
Our client is a leading human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy, delivering intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges within the built environment. Operating across the UK and internationally, their multidisciplinary teams apply technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a highly motivated Associate or Senior Associate to join their Science & Research team in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within the science and research sectors. Applicants may have either a mechanical or electrical engineering background.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collaborative team known for delivering high-profile projects. These range from commercial laboratory fit-outs for developers to complex facilities for leading higher education institutions and research organisations.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
Manage the technical delivery of mechanical or electrical design services for multidisciplinary science and research projects.
Develop initial strategic design concepts aligned with project briefs and regulatory requirements.
Represent the project team in client meetings, translating client briefs into actionable design solutions.
Team Leadership
Provide mentorship and support to junior team members, including graduates and apprentices.
Work closely with the team leader to monitor project budgets, resource allocation, and overall delivery performance.
Foster a collaborative team culture that supports knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Work Winning
Engage actively in business development activities, contributing to proposals and client relationship management.
Support the growth of the Science & Research team through strategic market engagement and thought leadership.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering design within the built environment.
- Proven experience delivering projects in the science and research sector (or similar complex technical sectors).
- Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Strong leadership qualities with a passion for developing junior colleagues.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of project financial management.
Benefits
- Our client offers an excellent benefits package, which includes:
- Private medical insurance
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Stock options
- Up to 30 days annual leave
- Flexible working arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight option
- Access to thriving community groups, social events, and professional networks
- Extensive learning and development programmes supporting technical and personal growth
- A supportive work culture that promotes individual wellbeing and diversity
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
