Senior/Principal Vertical Transportation Engineer

Job description

Senior / Principal Vertical Transportation Engineer – Manchester / North

Are you an experienced Vertical Transportation (VT) Engineer looking to step into a senior-level role with a strong focus on site services, asset management, commissioning, and technical leadership? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy known for delivering intelligent, sustainable solutions across the built environment.

Why Join?

• Work within a people-focused, sustainability-driven consultancy.
• Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative VT team with exposure to UK and international projects.
• Enjoy flexible working, professional development support, extensive benefits
• Contribute to major projects across Residential, Commercial, Transport, Science & Research, Retail, and Education sectors.

Role Overview

You will take a key position within the Vertical Transportation division, with a strong emphasis on site-based engineering activities while also contributing to design, reporting, and client-facing technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a primary technical contact, responding to client requirements and providing expert advice.
• Oversee site progress for VT installations across major project portfolios.
• Lead and carry out testing, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Conduct surveys and produce detailed reports on lifts, escalators, and moving walk equipment.
• Produce specifications, technical documents, and performance assessments.
• Lead smaller-scale projects and support large-scale schemes (£200m+ construction values).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Industry-recognised qualifications (minimum NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering).
• Strong practical understanding of lifts, escalators, and moving walk systems.
• Proficiency in IT systems and engineering reporting tools.
• Excellent knowledge of VT codes, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage time, coordinate workloads, and lead project tasks.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with architects, developers, facilities teams, and stakeholders.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to support team success.
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Desirable Experience:

• Consultancy or contractor background in any of the following:
• VT Design & Specification
• Surveying & Reporting
• Project Management
• Commissioning & Validation
• Facilities Management

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-03-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English