Careers

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for the business, welcoming guests and co-ordinating front-desk activities, including answering and redirecting phone calls.  You will also be responsible for carrying out administrative tasks for engineers in line with the business QMS standards.

As support to our Project Cost Accountant you must be proficient in using Excel and demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, with the ability to problem solve and work on own initiative.

You should also be able to deal with all duties in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and a flexible attitude are essential for this position.

Key Duties

Finance Responsibilities:

• Processing Timesheets for engineering staff
• Inputting into system and checking of staff expenses

Administration Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome visitors at reception
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
• Deal with all deliveries
• Manage meeting room calendars, setting up/clearing down meeting rooms and provision of catering as required
• Arrange travel and accommodation for staff as and when requested
• Processing mail and management of courier services
• Management and ordering of stationary and consumables
• Ensure accurate signing in/out records are kept of staff movements
• Record and maintain holiday spreadsheet
• Assist with administration for on-boarding new staff
• General administrative tasks including typing, report formatting, excel spreadsheet data inputting and printing tasks to support engineering staff

Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft O365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Teams)
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click the button below and email us the following:

• A copy of your CV
• A cover letter

Due to continued growth, we are increasing our Glasgow Office-based team. We would like to hear from candidates who are interested in further developing a career in Building Performance Modelling and Sustainability within the Built environment.

Working as a key member of our experienced Building Performance Modelling team, you will assist with the development of energy, decarbonisation and sustainability strategies for new-build and existing buildings, supporting our Building Services Engineers and Sustainability Specialists.

You will have the opportunity to increase your knowledge of the various environmental systems for buildings, undertake assessments, provide sustainability advice and visit sites to see work being undertaken, whilst working towards professional membership.

The IES-VE is a focus within our dedicated Building Performance Modelling team, and experience using this integrated analysis tool is desirable. An understanding of climate-based daylighting analysis, operational energy calculation using TM54, decarbonisation studies, and sustainability rating tools such as BREEAM and NABERS will also be beneficial.

Candidates should possess:

• BSc/MSc or BEng / MEng in a subject related to the Built Environment or Engineering.
• 2+ years knowledge and experience of building physics, particularly relating to heat transfer, energy, thermal comfort and natural ventilation.
• Experience working with IES-VE software
• Working towards Low Carbon Consultant and / or Low Carbon Energy Assessor
• Excellent communication skills with a positive and flexible attitude
• Enthusiasm for a career in sustainable building design underpinned by an understanding of our sector and work
• Analytical thought process
• Creative approach to problem-solving
• Aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive
• Organised and methodical in your approach to managing your tasks and priorities,
• A drive to meet deadlines and a close appreciation of the commercial factors which affect design solutions

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click the button below and email us the following:

• A copy of your CV
• A cover letter

Closing Date for applications is Monday 8th January 2024

Due to continued growth, we are increasing our Glasgow Office-based team. We would like to hear from Graduates who are interested in developing a career in Building Performance Modelling and Sustainability within the Built environment.

DSSR is an independent firm of design, engineers and technical specialists, working across the built environment. We help our clients solve their most complex challenges as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. We offer our clients the innovation and technical know-how to deliver their projects on schedule, on budget and without compromise. Our Sustainability team is embedded with our integrated engineering design team who deliver complete building services engineering solutions for projects of all types.

Working under the guidance and supervision of our experienced Building Performance Modelling team, you’ll develop your knowledge and skills in energy modelling and assist with the development of energy, decarbonisation, and sustainability strategies for new-build and existing buildings, supporting our Building Services Engineers and Sustainability Specialists.

You will have the opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of the various environmental systems for buildings, undertake assessments, provide sustainability advice and visit sites to see work being undertaken, whilst working towards professional membership.

With the opportunity to assume greater levels of responsibility and autonomy as your professional skills develop, over time, you’ll be supported and encouraged to work towards Chartership, through one of our training programmes.

Candidates should have:

• BSc/MSc or BEng / MEng in a subject related to the Built Environment or Engineering.
• Some knowledge and experience of building physics, particularly about heat transfer, energy, thermal comfort and natural ventilation.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive and flexible attitude
• Enthusiasm for a career in sustainable building design underpinned by an understanding of our sector and work
• Analytical thought process
• Creative approach to problem-solving
• Aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive
• Organised and methodical in your approach to managing your tasks and priorities,
• A drive to meet deadlines and a close appreciation of the commercial factors which affect design solutions

The IES-VE is a focus within our dedicated Building Performance Modelling team, and although experience using this integrated analysis tool is not essential, it will be beneficial. An awareness of climate-based daylighting analysis, operational energy calculation using TM54, decarbonisation studies, and sustainability rating tools such as BREEAM will also be of benefit.

Beyond a great salary, successful candidates will experience technically challenging work with great opportunities for career progression within a successful firm.

Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to utilise your expertise to make a positive impact on our environment, helping to create a better world.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click the button below and email us the following:

• A copy of your CV
• A cover letter

Closing Date for applications is Monday 8th January 2024

We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Manchester. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years’ experience in engineering design and relevant experience working within the Building Services Environment.

Responsibilities

• Play an active role in all stages of projects from feasibility through to completion
• Design and specify electrical systems for commercial, industrial, education, health, and mixed-use developments
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations

Qualifications

• Degree in building services engineering or electrical engineering
• Proficient in the use of relevant industry design software (i.e. AutoCAD, NBS, Amtech etc.)
• Revit experience would be advantageous
• Excellent written and numerical skills
• Positive and flexible attitude

Benefits

• Highly Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects
• A chance to make a real difference to the built environment

Based in Manchester, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Project Engineer to play an active role in all stages of our projects from feasibility through to completion across several sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, health and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate should have a minimum of 2 to 5+ years’ experience in engineering design and have relevant experience of working within the Building Services Industry.

Candidates should ideally have a degree in either building services engineering or electrical engineering and be proficient in the use of relevant industry design software (i.e. AutoCad, NBS, Amtech etc).  Revit would also be advantageous.  Excellent written and numerical skills along with a positive and flexible attitude are essential requirements of the role. Salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

To apply, please email your CV to manchester@dssr.co.uk

Based in Glasgow, an exciting opportunity has developed for a Senior / Intermediate Design Engineer (Mechanical) to join this dynamic and progressive organisation.

• Candidates will ideally be degree qualified and have achieved Chartered status or be working towards achieving this.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience including the use of REVIT and other relevant industry design software is required.
• Individuals must have relevant experience within the Building Services Industry and experience working on healthcare projects is desirable.
• Excellent written and numerical skills together with a positive and flexible attitude are essential requirements of the role.

An attractive salary and benefits package is available for the right candidate.

If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please e-mail a copy of your CV to glasgow@dssr.co.uk