Method Consulting

Graduate Revit Technician role focused on developing BIM models and MEP drawings while supporting sustainable building design projects within an engineering consultancyAre you passionate about sustainable building design and want to join a leading independent sustainability and engineering consultancy? We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Revit Technician who is keen to join our Building Information and Modelling (BIM) department.Based at either our new modern head office in central Swindon which has good travel links to London, Bristol and Bath, or our modern Bristol office, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and gain invaluable knowledge from other team members, whilst working closely with our other business groups.Starting Salary £26k – £28kRole and ResponsibilitiesGaining knowledge of MEP systems and their design in detailDeveloping skills in Revit, creating complex modelsDetailed understanding of BIM and what its process involvesDeveloping knowledge of relevant standards such as ISO19650 and BSRIA BG/6Woking in accordance with company processesCreating detailed MEP drawings From RIBA Stage 2 through to Stage 4Collaborating with engineers and external design team members to create clash free models relevant to the design stageExperience and QualificationsPrevious experience working within the construction industry, ideally within a design role utilising RevitA keen interest in how buildings work and a pro-active approach to working with engineers is essential in order to provide accurate and useful drawingsSome knowledge or appreciation of the BIM process and standards utilisedGood communication skillsExcellent organisational skillsThe ability to manage and prioritise own workload to meet deadlinesSome work experience within the construction Industry such as placement year in Architecture, engineering consultancy or main contractorGraduate Training ProgrammeOur Graduate programme last around 2-3 years however, this timescale is wholly dependent on the individual paths each person will take. The aim of the programme is to give all graduates a structured pathway for the start of their career.All graduates at Method work on real live projects and learn on the job carrying out tasks for those projects – this programme gives you some insight into what to expect within those two years including the formalities of technical reviews, membership of professional institutions etc.Technical and non technical education such as presentation skills and time management courses etc, will make up a significant part of the programme. Everyone’s training is individual and tailored to their strengths and weaknesses enabling you to reach your full potential and gain both reward and satisfaction.You will also be encouraged to develop your qualifications and become affiliated with an accredited institution such as CIBSE, IMechE, IET or the Energy Institute.Included in Building Magazine’s Top 150 Consultants & Top 50 Engineers list for the past four  years, we have also been included in the Top 50 Employers in Building Magazine’s annual survey. We are committed to providing the very best to our team and our workplace initiatives ensure that you will have the right resources and skills to achieve your goals.We are unable to accept applications from anyone who requires sponsorship to live and work in the UK now or in the future.At Method Consulting we offer a benefits package designed to provide an excellent work/life balance. We are absolutely committed to the development of our staff and offer wide-ranging opportunities for training and professional development. Our salaries are highly competitive and will increase rapidly with experience.

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Graduate Building Physics Engineer role focused on modelling building performance, analysing energy efficiency, and supporting sustainable design solutions within construction projectsWe will try our best to accommodate location preferences where possible but, in some cases, you may not be allocated your first or second choice location for your initial training period. Method operates a hybrid working policy so this will be a blend of the office and working remotely.Are you passionate about sustainable building design and want to join a leading independent sustainability and engineering consultancy? We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic STEM graduate or experienced computer modeller (IES) who is keen to join our Building Physics department. You will be expected to develop dynamic 3D computer models of the proposed building and input and analyse data from the computer simulation software to meet various targets. An appreciation of thermodynamics, sustainable building design, and energy systems is essential.  Based at either our new modern head office in central Swindon which has good travel links to London, Bristol and Bath, or one of our other offices in Bristol or Cardiff, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and gain invaluable knowledge from other team members, whilst working closely with our other business groups.Included in Building Magazine’s Top 150 Consultants & Top 50 Engineers list for the past three years, we have also been included in the Top 50 Employers in Building Magazine’s annual survey for four of the last five years. We are committed to providing the very best to our team and our workplace initiatives ensure that you will have the right resources and skills to achieve your goals.Starting Salary £32kOur Graduate programme last around 2-3 years however, this timescale is wholly dependent on the individual paths each person will take. The aim of the programme is to give all graduates a structured pathway for the start of their career.All graduates at Method work on real live projects and learn on the job carrying out tasks for those projects – this programme gives you some insight into what to expect within those two years including the formalities of technical reviews, membership of professional institutions etc.Technical and non technical education such as presentation skills and time management courses etc, will make up a significant part of the programme. Everyone’s training is individual and tailored to their strengths and weaknesses enabling you to reach your full potential and gain both reward and satisfaction.You will also be encouraged to develop your qualifications and become affiliated with an accredited institution such as CIBSE, IMechE, IET or the Energy Institute.Included in Building Magazine’s Top 150 Consultants & Top 50 Engineers list for the past four  years, we have also been included in the Top 50 Employers in Building Magazine’s annual survey. We are committed to providing the very best to our team and our workplace initiatives ensure that you will have the right resources and skills to achieve your goals.Role and ResponsibilitiesComputer modelling of buildings to assess energy use, thermal performance, and daylighting (using IES Rhino)Completing projects for Part L compliance, CIBSE TM52/59, EPCs, CIBSE TM54, Passive HouseAdvising design teams and clients on how to reduce energy use through passive design, energy efficiency and renewable technologiesAdvising design team and clients on how to improve the thermal comfort through building physics and passive design measuresPerforming daylight and sunlight assessments, optimising natural lighting while managing glareAssessing proposed buildings utilising the PHPP (Passive House Planning Package) softwareWorking with design teams including architects, structural engineers, quantity surveyors and specialist consultantsAdvising on building physics aspects and completing modelling required for BREEAM Advising on building-integrated renewable energySite visits to construction sites and existing buildingsExperience and QualificationsAn appreciation of thermodynamics and energy systems are essentialYou should have a good degree in sustainable building design or architectural engineeringYou must have a passion for sustainable building design and reducing the carbon emissions of the built environmentYou must be interested in the built environment and have the ability to communicate clearly and professionallyYou will need to adapt to new situations quickly and be willing to contribute as an active design team memberKnowledge or awareness of BREEAM would be beneficialEducated to degree level in physical sciences or any engineering discipline – for example physics, mechanical or electrical engineering, building services engineering, environmental engineering, architectural engineeringKnowledge of passive design, renewable energy systems and sustainable assessments such as BREEAM, WELL, Passive HouseExperience with using IES Virtual Environment software is essentialExperience in coding (using programs such as Python), Revit and AUTOCAD is desirable, but not essentialWe are unable to accept applications from anyone who requires sponsorship to live and work in the UK now or in the future.At Method Consulting we offer a benefits package designed to provide an excellent work/life balance. We are absolutely committed to the development of our staff and offer wide-ranging opportunities for training and professional development. Our salaries are highly competitive and will increase rapidly with experience.

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Graduate Sustainable Building Services Engineer role focused on designing mechanical and electrical systems, improving energy efficiency, and supporting sustainable, net-zero building projectsWe will try our best to accommodate location preferences where possible but, in some cases, you may not be allocated your first or second choice location for your initial training period. Method operates a hybrid working policy so this will be a blend of the office and working remotely.Are you passionate about sustainable building design and want to join a leading independent sustainability and engineering consultancy? We are recruiting for a number of Graduate Sustainable Mechanical & Electrical Services Engineers (Building Services Engineers).Based at either our new modern head office in central Swindon which has good travel links to London, Bristol and Bath, or Exeter, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and gain invaluable knowledge from other team members, whilst working closely with our other business groups.Our Graduate programme last around 2-3 years however, this timescale is wholly dependent on the individual paths each person will take. The aim of the programme is to give all graduates a structured pathway for the start of their career.All graduates at Method work on real live projects and learn on the job carrying out tasks for those projects – this programme gives you some insight into what to expect within those two years including the formalities of technical reviews, membership of professional institutions etc.Technical and non technical education such as presentation skills and time management courses etc, will make up a significant part of the programme. Everyone’s training is individual and tailored to their strengths and weaknesses enabling you to reach your full potential and gain both reward and satisfaction.You will also be encouraged to develop your qualifications and become affiliated with an accredited institution such as CIBSE, IMechE, IET or the Energy Institute.Included in Building Magazine’s Top 150 Consultants & Top 50 Engineers list for the past four  years, we have also been included in the Top 50 Employers in Building Magazine’s annual survey. We are committed to providing the very best to our team and our workplace initiatives ensure that you will have the right resources and skills to achieve your goals.Role and ResponsibilitiesBuilding services engineering design including mechanical and electrical engineering and building physicsAdvising clients on how to achieve net zero carbon through engineering design and specificationWorking with design teams including architects, structural engineers, quantity surveyors and specialist consultantsAdvising on building services aspects of BREEAM and other sustainability assessmentComputer thermal modelling of buildings to assess energy useSite visits to construction sites to inspect building services installationsAdvising on building-integrated renewable energyCAD and BIM using AutoCAD and RevitExperience and QualificationsAn appreciation of sustainability, renewable energy technologies, thermodynamics and energy systems are essentialYou must be interested in the built environment and have the ability to communicate clearly and professionallyYou will need to adapt to new situations quickly and be willing to contribute as an active design team memberYou should have a good degree in any engineering or physical sciences discipline – for example mechanical or electrical engineering, building services engineering, environmental engineering, architectural engineering or physicsA full driving licence is desirableWe are unable to accept applications from anyone who requires sponsorship to live and work in the UK now or in the future.The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK. At Method Consulting we offer a benefits package designed to provide an excellent work/life balance. We are absolutely committed to the development of our staff and offer wide-ranging opportunities for training and professional development. Our salaries are highly competitive and will increase rapidly with experience.We’re proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer, and we’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

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