Develop Plumbing & fire protection Systems Design: Create detailed designs, plans, and specifications for plumbing & fire protection systems, adhering to local codes and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate Project Requirements: Interpret architectural plans and assess project requirements to determine the appropriate size and scope of plumbing & fire protection systems.
Collaborate with Professionals: Work closely with architects, project managers, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to incorporate plumbing & fire protection systems into overall project plans.
Conduct Site Visits: Visit construction sites to inspect plumbing & fire protection installation progress and ensure compliance with approved plans and regulations.
Oversee Plumbing Installations: Supervise plumbing & fire protection installation activities, providing guidance to contractors and ensuring that installations meet industry standards.
Perform Calculations: Conduct plumbing & fire protection system hydraulic calculations, including pipe sizing, pressure drop, and flow rates, to ensure optimal performance and functionality.
Troubleshoot Plumbing Issues: Identify and resolve any plumbing system-related problems during construction or after project completion.
Stay Updated on Industry Developments: Keep up to date with new plumbing & fire protection system technologies, codes, standards, and emerging trends to enhance design efficiency and system effectiveness.
Agree and monitor scope of works with the Local GCC Head of MEP
Clearly define building requirements and purpose of use with the Local GCC Head of MEP and WSP HK Team to allow detailed design
Undertake technical reviews, peer reviews, checks and contribute to the design
Carry out detailed design to WSP, HK Building Regulations and relevant Code of Practice and standards ensuring Construction Design and Management (CDM), QA and technical review and sign off by the Local GCC Head of MEP, including complex calculations and co-ordination issues
Develop positive professional relationship with the WSP India HK Team, communicating openly about project progress
Deal with the day-to-day queries from the WSP HK Team, ensuring that relevant information is available on time for construction activity
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Principal, Associate or Associate Director High Voltage Electrical Engineer (Building Services)
Bristol, GBR
Director
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Participate in Project meetings, team meetings, disseminate information within the team, and communicate with other teams in WSP India.
Report to the WSP HK Team in association with the Local GCC Head of MEP any variance between the works constructed and the design intent
Identify and act on, or refer, potential risk issues and follow in full the company commercial and contracting processes
Manage delegated tasks to ensure that deadlines are met and flag resourcing concerns to team leader
Key Competencies / Skills
Mandatory Skills
Education: A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field is typically required. Specialization in plumbing engineering is an advantage.
Experience: Prior experience in plumbing and fire protection system design, installation, or project management is highly desirable. Should have minimum 8+ Years of relevant experience in design.
Licenses and Certifications: Possessing relevant professional certifications and licenses, such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license, demonstrates expertise and enhances credibility.
Technical Skills: Proficient in using computer-aided design (CAD) software for plumbing system design and possess a good understanding of hydraulic calculations.
Knowledge: Strong knowledge of plumbing & fire codes, regulations, and industry standards, including NFPA code, National Plumbing Code and International Plumbing Code.
Analytical Skills: Capable of analysing complex engineering problems and providing innovative solutions.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and present technical information concisely.
Good presentation skills are also required
The applicant will have proven experience in the design of Building Services with significant experience in a similar role or demonstration of a good track record.
This includes undertaking feasibility studies and developing concepts through to detailed design, specification and tender to the required standards.
Must be fully conversant with technical software, such as Pipe net and OEM manufacturer’s software.
A sound understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project is essential
Must be fluent in English with an excellent understanding of technical terminology.
Desired Skills
Attention to Detail: Precision is essential when designing and overseeing plumbing systems to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and address plumbing-related challenges while considering project requirements and regulations is key.
Time Management: Effective prioritization and time management skills are crucial to meet deadlines and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Teamwork: Collaborating with a diverse group of professionals is essential to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems into overall project plans.
The applicants should ideally have obtained or apply for British Chartered Engineer status or equivalent, possess a degree in Building Services Engineering and possess membership to an accredited engineering body i.e. CIBSE, INSRAE, ASHRAE, Institute of Plumbing.
Excellent working knowledge of NBC, NFPA, HK, and other local codes and good working knowledge of UK-BS standards codes would be advantageous.
Hands on experience in Autodesk Revit modelling software is an added advantage.
- Develop Plumbing & fire protection Systems Design: Create detailed designs, plans, and specifications for plumbing & fire protection systems, adhering to local codes and regulatory requirements. - Evaluate Project Requirements: Interpret architectural plans and assess project requirements to determine the appropriate size and scope of plumbing & fire protection systems. - Collaborate with Professionals: Work closely with architects, project managers, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to incorporate plumbing & fire protection systems into overall project plans. - Conduct Site Visits: Visit construction sites to inspect plumbing & fire protection installation progress and ensure compliance with approved plans and regulations. - Oversee Plumbing Installations: Supervise plumbing & fire protection installation activities, providing guidance to contractors and ensuring that installations meet industry standards. - Perform Calculations: Conduct plumbing & fire protection system hydraulic calculations, including pipe sizing, pressure drop, and flow rates, to ensure optimal performance and functionality. - Troubleshoot Plumbing Issues: Identify and resolve any plumbing system-related problems during construction or after project completion. - Stay Updated on Industry Developments: Keep up to date with new plumbing & fire protection system technologies, codes, standards, and emerging trends to enhance design efficiency and system effectiveness. - Agree and monitor scope of works with the Local GCC Head of MEP - Clearly define building requirements and purpose of use with the Local GCC Head of MEP and WSP HK Team to allow detailed design - Undertake technical reviews, peer reviews, checks and contribute to the design - Carry out detailed design to WSP, HK Building Regulations and relevant Code of Practice and standards ensuring Construction Design and Management (CDM), QA and technical review and sign off by the Local GCC Head of MEP, including complex calculations and co-ordination issues - Develop positive professional relationship with the WSP India HK Team, communicating openly about project progress - Deal with the day-to-day queries from the WSP HK Team, ensuring that relevant information is available on time for construction activity - Participate in Project meetings, team meetings, disseminate information within the team, and communicate with other teams in WSP India. - Report to the WSP HK Team in association with the Local GCC Head of MEP any variance between the works constructed and the design intent - Identify and act on, or refer, potential risk issues and follow in full the company commercial and contracting processes - Manage delegated tasks to ensure that deadlines are met and flag resourcing concerns to team leader Key Competencies / Skills Mandatory Skills - Education: A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field is typically required. Specialization in plumbing engineering is an advantage. - Experience: Prior experience in plumbing and fire protection system design, installation, or project management is highly desirable. Should have minimum 8+ Years of relevant experience in design. - Licenses and C
Qualifications
Should have a degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical
5+ years technical experience.
BGV:
Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.
Should have a degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical 5+ years technical experience. BGV: - Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. - Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.
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