Building Services Design Engineer
Date: 4 Nov 2026
Location: COVENTRY, GB, CV4 7AL
Company: University of Warwick
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Job Title: Building Services Design Engineer Reference: 360 Department: Estates - Energy and Infrastructure Contract Type: Indefinite Hours: Full-time, 36.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Closing Date: Thursday 19 November 2026, 11:59 pm Full time Salary Range: £31,861 - £35,302 per annum |
About the Role
The University is planning significant capital investment over the next five years to enhance its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Social Sciences facilities, supporting excellence in teaching, research and innovation while accelerating progress towards its Net Zero commitments.
Project sizes and complexity vary, but every scheme plays an important role in ensuring our estate remains fit for future generations of students, staff, and researchers. Working within a forward-thinking team, you will contribute to projects that set ambitious targets for building performance, sustainability, construction quality, and health and safety. We are committed to applying industry best practice and innovative construction principles, providing opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. In return, you will help deliver exceptional facilities and engineering solutions that enhance the experience of our staff, students, and wider university community.
You will be supported in developing your expertise in building services design, contributing to projects from initial concept through to completion across a diverse portfolio of maintenance, refurbishment, and new-build works.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).
About You
This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers, broaden their experience, and contribute to the delivery of world-class teaching, research, and student facilities as part of the Capital Projects and Estates team.
You will possess a relevant qualification in construction, engineering, or building services and have practical experience in the delivery of construction and building services projects. Whether gained through vocational training, higher education, or professional practice, you will bring a technical understanding and a desire to further develop your expertise within a multidisciplinary environment.
For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.
About the Department
Our Energy and Infrastructure Team is expanding, making this an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking department where you can make a meaningful impact. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to helping you build on your existing strengths, broaden your expertise, and realise your full potential.
We are passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes and driving continuous improvement across the University estate. We take great pride in the University's achievements in sustainability and infrastructure development, with our campuses consistently receiving recognition through prestigious national awards and industry accolades.
How to Apply
To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by the closing date stated.
We will review applications throughout the advertising period and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as early as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.
Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.
The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
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We will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, a generous holiday allowance plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click here.
We are proud to say that we are a Living Wage employer.
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We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages here.
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