Ambient Services Group is an all-in-one commercial asset maintenance provider serving metropolitan Sydney. We work behind the scenes on some of the city’s biggest buildings, offering everything from long-term asset management to emergency spot repairs.
Due to ongoing company growth, we are seeking a HVAC Project Engineer to join our HVAC Construction & Facility Services Division.
Job tasks and responsibilities
- Prepare and coordinate Mechanical Services technical submissions for client, consultant and authority approval.
- Review contract documentation and raise Design RFI’s where clarification or additional design information is required.
- Create, maintain and collate equipment schedules, including mechanical plant, airside, waterside and controls equipment.
- Perform equipment static pressure calculations and verify equipment selections against the design intent and project requirements.
- Review drawings, specifications and design documentation to ensure compliance with Australian Standards, NCC requirements, project specifications and client requirements.
- Assist with equipment selections, value engineering initiatives and technical reviews to improve constructability, programme outcomes and commercial performance.
- Support the Senior Mechanical Engineer by undertaking engineering calculations, design coordination and technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure engineering documentation is accurate, coordinated and issued in accordance with project programmes and quality standards.
Project Support & Delivery
- Assist the Project Team in interpreting design documentation and understanding its impact on contractual and commercial obligations.
- Provide ongoing design engineering and technical support to Project Managers, site teams, and service teams, including responses to RFIs and design clarifications.
- Forecast engineering workload for ongoing projects and provide management with feedback regarding capacity, feasibility, and resourcing for upcoming works.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate technical and operational risks to projects, with a focus on constructability, compliance, and cost control.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent Ambient Services Group in meetings with clients, consultants, builders, and project stakeholders as required.
- Maintain professional and collaborative working relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Provide technical advice and engineering support throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide reasonable quoting and estimating relief to the Estimator as required, including technical input into pricing, scope reviews, and value engineering exercises.
- Support tender and variation pricing by reviewing scopes, specifications, and drawings to identify risk and opportunities.
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain accurate service records, job sheets, and reports using Simpro.
- Ensure all work complies with Australian Standards, WHS regulations, and company policies.
- Participate in site inductions and adhere to all safety protocols.
- Assess and evaluate supplier and subcontractor offerings for technical suitability, compliance, lead times, and overall value.
- Review and recommend alternative technical solutions where appropriate to improve constructability, performance, or commercial outcomes.
Quality, Risk & Continuous Improvement
- Minimise operational risk and enhance documentation quality through thorough engineering reviews, coordination, and proactive issue identification.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards, templates, and internal processes in line with Ambient Services Group’s long‑term business objectives.
Skills and experience
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 2–5+ years' experience in a Mechanical HVAC Project Engineering, Design Engineering or Building Services role.
- Strong understanding of Australian Standards, the NCC and mechanical building services design principles.
- Experience interpreting mechanical services drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
- Ability to prepare technical submissions, equipment schedules, design RFIs and engineering documentation.
- Experience performing equipment selections, static pressure calculations and technical reviews.
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks, value engineering opportunities and practical construction solutions.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients, consultants, builders and subcontractors.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with experience using Bluebeam or similar construction software viewed favourably.
- A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn, develop and progress your engineering career.
- Current Australian Driver Licence.
Job benefits and perks
- Competitive Salary + Company Phone + Laptop
- Ongoing Training and Mentorship from Senior Engineers
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HVAC Project Engineer in Sydney employer: Ambient Services Group
Ambient Services Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of metropolitan Sydney. As an HVAC Project Manager, you'll enjoy a competitive salary package, vehicle allowance, and the chance to work on prestigious commercial fitout projects while benefiting from a supportive team culture that fosters career progression and direct access to senior leadership.
