Parkinson Gray Associates

Our Client is a leading national building services engineering consultancy delivering mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) design solutions. With one of the largest teams in Leeds working across a range of sectors including commercial, leisure, residential, and education, they work provide practical, efficient, and compliant engineering designs, supporting projects from concept through to completion. In Leeds they are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects. This role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical systems, alongside the ability to manage projects, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior engineers. You will play a key role in ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and energy-efficient solutions are delivered to clients across a variety of projects, working to tight deadlines and responsible for managing the hours accredited to each live scheme. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design of MEP systems, including HVAC, domestic water services, drainage, and plant room layouts Carry out heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, and system selection Produce detailed designs, specifications, reports, and technical drawings Ensure compliance with relevant standards (BS, EN, CIBSE) and UK Building Regulations Coordinate with electrical engineers, architects, and contractors to deliver integrated designs Manage multiple projects and ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget Review and approve work completed by junior engineers and provide mentorship Attend client meetings, site visits, and design reviews Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting as required Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team Requirements Progfessionals qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering Experience in MEP or building services design Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, including air handling units, chillers, boilers, and ventilation systems Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and familiarity with BIM tools (e.g., Revit) Experience with industry standards and guidance (CIBSE, BS/EN) Strong understanding of energy efficiency and sustainable design principles Proven experience managing projects and leading design activities Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills The successful candidate can look forward to working on a wide range of size and complexity of jobs, ranging from leisure centres and gyms, through to schools and student accommodation. Their central location in Leeds city centre, a few minutes walk from the train station, offers attractive and highly accessible office space, also ideal to facilitate networking events and team social activities.

Our award-winning Client is a leading independently owned building services consultancy delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation in sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and residential, they pride themselves on technical excellence, collaboration, and a forward-thinking approach to MEP design. Employing circa 200 staff across 9 strategically placed regional offices, they provide local assistance to live projects nationwide. Role Overview The Leeds office is a short 5 minute walk from the train station, offering superb modern offices in the heart of the city and a desirable location for those choosing to commute by car or public transport. With work pouring in and significant future prospects on the horizon facilitated by their strong reputation in the industry as MEP experts, there is a real opportunity to grow the team with a commitment from the board to increase headcount by 6. This will include: 2 x Senior Mechanical Engineer 2 x Senior Electrical Engineer 1 x Intermediate Mechanical Engineer 1 x Intermediate Electrical Engineer Role Overview The Leeds leadership team is looking to hire a capable and enthusiastic Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in electrical building services design who is ready to take on greater responsibility in project delivery, while continuing to develop their technical and professional skills under an appointed mentor. Key Responsibilities Assist in the design and development of electrical building services systems, including power and lighting services. Produce design calculations, layouts, specifications, and technical reports. Work collaboratively with Senior Engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated design solutions. Support project delivery across all stages, from concept through to completion. Attend design meetings, client briefings, and occasional site visits. Ensure designs comply with relevant UK regulations, standards, and best practices. Contribute to BIM workflows and coordinated 3D models where applicable. Requirements Minimum HNC in Building Services Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or (or equivalent). Relevant experience in a building services design environment. Working knowledge of UK building regulations and CIBSE guidelines. Familiarity with design tools such as Amtech, Relux, Dialux, or similar. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Desirable Skills & Experience Progressing towards professional accreditation (e.g. CEng). Exposure to sustainable design principles and low-carbon technologies. Understanding of BIM processes and collaborative project environments. Experience working across different sectors such as commercial or residential.

Our award-winning Client is a leading independently owned building services consultancy delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation in sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and residential, they pride themselves on technical excellence, collaboration, and a forward-thinking approach to MEP design. Employing circa 200 staff across 9 strategically placed regional offices, they provide local assistance to live projects nationwide. Role Overview The Leeds office is a short 5 minute walk from the train station, offering superb modern offices in the heart of the city and a desirable location for those choosing to commute by car or public transport. With work pouring in and significant future prospects on the horizon facilitated by their strong reputation in the industry as MEP experts, there is a real opportunity to grow the team with a commitment from the board to increase headcount by 6. This will include: 2 x Senior Mechanical Engineer 2 x Senior Electrical Engineer 1 x Intermediate Mechanical Engineer 1 x Intermediate Electrical Engineer The role of the Senior Mechanical Engineer will include leading mechanical building services design projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the continued growth and success of the Leeds office. Supporting the senior management team, you can expect to enjoy autonomy over live schemes to add personality and a personal touch, whilst providing a first class client facing service which will heighten your profile within the company. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design of building services systems, including HVAC, public health, and renewable technologies. Manage projects from concept through to completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Prepare and review detailed design calculations, specifications, drawings, and reports. Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams (internal and external) to develop integrated design solutions. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and sustainability targets. Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians. Attend site visits, design team meetings, and client presentations as required. Contribute to business development and bid preparation where necessary. Requirements Minimum HNC in Building Services Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Proven experience in mechanical building services design within a design environment. Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and industry standards. Proficiency in design software such as IES, Hevacomp, or similar tools. Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit (BIM knowledge desirable). Excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience in sustainable design and low-carbon technologies. Knowledge of BREEAM and energy modelling. Experience working across a variety of sectors. Previous client-facing and project leadership experience.

Our Client is one of the fastest growing and leading MEP Consulting Engineers in Leeds. Further contract wins and exciting expansion plans have created a number of new positions over the last 12-18 months, in both Leeds and their North West office, with further opportunity to join the business now also available. The building services design team has a fantastic mix of work from complex detailed design schemes through to energy advice, utility and infrastructure design, surveys and feasibility studies. In Leeds they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer seasoned at operating at Principal or Associate level, to help lead and develop one of the MEP Teams. This is a senior technical and leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical building services design, managing projects, supporting business development, and mentoring engineering staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping project delivery, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the continued growth of the practice. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems including heating systems, ventilation and air conditioning, public health and water services Low carbon and sustainable energy solutions Provide technical oversight and review of mechanical design work produced by the team. Ensure compliance with relevant standards including CIBSE guidance, Building Regulations, and British Standards. Oversee the preparation of technical calculations, reports, and specifications. Project Management Manage mechanical engineering projects from concept through to completion. Lead multidisciplinary coordination with electrical teams. Attend client meetings and represent the company in design workshops and technical reviews. Monitor project progress, programme, resources, and budgets. Team Leadership & Mentoring Provide leadership and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers. Support technical development within the mechanical engineering team. Contribute to recruitment and staff development initiatives. Business Development Develop and maintain strong client relationships. Support preparation of fee proposals and tender submissions. Identify opportunities for new projects and contribute to company growth. Represent the business at industry and networking events where appropriate. Required Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in mechanical building services design within a UK design environment. Proven experience leading mechanical design on commercial, residential, education, healthcare, or mixed-use projects. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems including HVAC, heating, ventilation, cooling, and public health services. Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Strong client-facing communication skills. Desirable Experience delivering low-carbon building solutions such as heat pumps, district heating, and energy-efficient HVAC systems. Experience working with BIM and Revit environments. Knowledge of net zero and sustainable design strategies. Qualifications Professional qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline. Personal Attributes Strong leadership and organisational skills. Commercial awareness and ability to manage project budgets. Collaborative and proactive approach. High attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.

Our Client is a global engineering consultancy specialising in utilities and facilities consultancy, design and support. Established over 25 years ago, the business has become the trusted partner to some of the world s most recognised brands across the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and FMCG sectors. The organisations multi-disciplinary expertise and flexible client-centric approach allows them to deliver intelligent, future-ready engineering solutions, supporting customers from initial concept through to implementation and ongoing optimisation. The company is currently extremely busy with specialist clean room facilities, laboratories and other controlled environments, often requiring technically complex solutions. With an busy and exciting order book involving schemes across the UK and overseas, the company is keen to add a talented Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to the team on a rolling 6 month contract basis. The HVAC Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and delivery of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems across concept, FEED, and detailed design stages. The role focuses on air-side systems, thermal comfort, environmental control, and energy optimisation, with particular emphasis on environments such as laboratories, pharmaceutical, and industrial facilities. The appointed Engineer will develop robust, compliant, and energy-efficient HVAC solutions, ensuring systems are practical, controllable, and aligned with operational requirements. Key Responsibilities HVAC Design & Engineering Design HVAC systems including AHUs, MAUs, ventilation, heating/cooling, and humidity control systems. Carry out detailed calculations (airflows, heat loads, psychrometrics, coil sizing, pressure drops). Size and specify key equipment including fans, coils, filters (HEPA/ULPA), heat recovery systems, and terminal devices. Develop air distribution strategies including pressurisation, containment, and cleanroom zoning where required. Integrate heat recovery solutions (runaround coils, air-to-air systems) and low-carbon technologies (ASHPs, demand-based control). Project Delivery Produce specifications, schedules, reports, and design documentation. Coordinate HVAC design with electrical, process, and architectural disciplines. Review contractor designs, shop drawings, and technical submissions. Support site activities including surveys, inspections, and technical queries. Compliance & Risk Ensure compliance with relevant standards (CIBSE, ASHRAE, HTM, EU GMP Annex 1 where applicable). Identify design risks (e.g. contamination, freezing, condensation, system failure modes) and implement mitigations. Consider CDM and health & safety requirements throughout design. Controls & System Performance Develop sequences of operation and control philosophies for HVAC systems. Define BMS requirements including sensors, control loops, and system integration. Ensure systems are optimised for part-load performance, energy efficiency, and stability (e.g. turndown, diversity, reset strategies). Support troubleshooting and optimisation of existing systems. Commissioning & Validation Support commissioning planning, witnessing, and performance verification. Define functional testing requirements (airflows, temperature/humidity control, response times). Assist in system balancing, seasonal commissioning, and optimisation. Contribute to validation activities where required (e.g. GMP environments). Client & Technical Support Engage with clients to understand operational requirements and constraints. Support feasibility studies, option appraisals, and energy assessments. Present technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience Minimum Experience Professional technical qualifications in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering. Proven experience in HVAC design within a consultancy or contractor environment. Strong understanding of air-side systems, psychrometrics, and thermal processes. Experience in AHU design, ventilation strategies, and humidity control. Proficient in engineering calculations and use of tools (Excel, IES, Hevacomp, or similar). Good understanding of BMS controls and system integration. Desirable Experience Experience in pharmaceutical, laboratory, or cleanroom environments. Knowledge of containment, pressurisation cascades, and contamination control strategies. Experience with heat recovery retrofits and energy optimisation projects. Familiarity with standards such as EU GMP Annex 1, ISO cleanroom classifications. Key Attributes Strong analytical capability with an engineering-first principles approach. Practical understanding of how systems are installed, commissioned, and operated. Attention to detail, particularly in calculations and system interactions. Clear communicator, able to translate complex HVAC concepts into practical solutions. Typical Deliverables HVAC load calculations and psychrometric analyses. Equipment schedules (AHUs, coils, fans, heat recovery systems). Basis of Design and technical specifications. Schematics (airflow diagrams, control schematics). Commissioning and performance verification support documentation. Feasibility and energy optimisation reports. Interested Mechanical Engineers must be heavily experienced Building Services Design Engineers who are comfortable working remotely and therefore for largely unsupervised, capable of managing their own time and prioritising tasks to hit deadlines. Along with having the desired experience and professional qualifications, applicants must be fully eligible to work and live in the UK.

Our Client is an award-winning international MEP Engineering Consultancy with a creative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. They provide innovative solutions to complex engineering and design challenges across a wide range of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, residential, and more. With a strong presence across the UK, including a network of regional offices up and down the country, the Leeds office as selectively built one of the largest MEP Teams in the Yorkshire region. The Leeds office is seeking a talented BIM Specialist who will be responsible for leading BIM delivery across multidisciplinary MEP projects, ensuring alignment with the wider digital strategy and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in MEP BIM coordination, model management, and team leadership within a consultancy environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the BIM strategy and implementation on MEP projects from inception to completion. Manage, coordinate, and federate MEP BIM models using tools such as Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360 / ACC. Support project teams to ensure BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), EIRs, and standards (e.g., ISO 19650) are adhered to. Act as the main point of contact for BIM-related queries across the office and projects. Mentor and train design and engineering staff on BIM processes and tools. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure model coordination and clash detection. Develop and maintain template files, Revit families, and digital content libraries. Support digital innovation and the development of automation tools (e.g., Dynamo, Python scripting, Forge). Assist in digital QA/QC and review of models before key project milestones. Contribute to the growth of the Digital Engineering strategy both locally and nationally. Key Skills & Experience: Essential: Extensive experience in a BIM coordination or management role within an MEP consultancy environment. Expert knowledge of Revit MEP, Navisworks Manage, and BIM 360 / ACC. Strong understanding of MEP building systems and coordination principles. Proven experience developing and implementing BIM Execution Plans. Familiarity with ISO 19650 and other relevant BIM standards. Ability to lead coordination workshops and manage interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to manage and mentor others. Desirable: Knowledge of COBie, IFC, and openBIM workflows. Familiarity with tools like Solibri, Enscape, or Twinmotion. Experience in digital twins or smart building technologies. Qualifications: Technical qualification in Building Services, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or related field. Autodesk Certification or equivalent professional development in BIM. Membership of CIBSE, ICE, or similar professional body (desirable).