Parkinson Gray Associates

Our client is a British privately owned multi-disciplinary consultancy with a network of regional offices across the UK, providing local support to public and private sector customers. For over 50 years the business has been advising developers, architects, contractors, local authorities and end users, delivering creative engineering designs that maximise the potential of buildings. With a passion for energy efficient low carbon building design, the team promotes cost effective solutions that work both for today and future generations. Due to a busy order book the securing of a Senior Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer is viewed a key hire, further strengthening a talented team. The position could be attached to either Leeds, Manchester or Liverpool offices, working collaboratively as a wider northern MEP Team to deliver a wide range of schemes of mixed complexity. To work effectively as a Senior Mechanical Engineer the appointed candidate must establish themselves as a key leader in the team through technical excellence, leadership and mentoring skills to develop and guide Junior Engineers. Additionally, Senior Engineers must lead projects to ensure resources are allocated effectively and projects are delivered on time. Additional duties include reporting current project progress, matters of interest or concern and any updates to the senior leadership team at regular intervals over the project lifecycle. As a Senior Engineer you would be expected to be aware and conversant with the latest editions of the technical standards, which apply to MEP design in various sectors, and be capable of communicating the requirements to clients and collaborators during meetings or written communications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deliver quality designs - complete HVAC & PH package. Manage your resource pool to ensure successful outcomes. Use communication skills to write good reports. Support and manage junior Engineers and Technicians. Offer leadership, mentoring and motivation to junior engineers. Carry out Professional Development and maintaining records in accordance with CIBSE/IMechE requirements. Carry out thorough site investigations, complete inspections, identify issues and solve problems. Develop technical specifications for projects delivered. Develop technical equipment schedules for projects delivered. Support our clients with tender appraisals. Review Mechanical Design constraints. Confidently communicate and collaborate with team members, clients, and other construction professionals about projects. Represent the company at design team meetings with clients and other construction professionals. Display commercial acumen in your role, identifying change or opportunities on projects, or through discussion with clients, and follow up either directly or via the senior leadership team. Understand the principles of BREEAM and LEED sustainability accreditation schemes. Where applicable, support the commissioning process on projects delivered to ensure systems are set up to reflect the design intent. Software Capabilities Revit, AutoCAD and BIM Environment Navisworks StabiCAD IES Virtual Environment (Basic knowledge allowing reports to be reviewed) Education Requirements Degree Qualified in a relevant field (desirable) Current or on-going Chartership status with CIBSE, iMechE or another recognised association within Mechanical Engineering Applications are invited from client facing technically competent Mechanical Building Services Design Engineers looking for a long term career within a dynamic multi-disc environment.

Our multi award winning Client is a global engineering consultancy with sustainability at its heart. Employing circa 18,000 people across 35 countries with a particularly large footprint within Europe, the business offers world class expertise across buildings, transport, energy and the environment. As a collective multi-disciplinary team of industry specialists, the company is proud to deliver innovative and responsible solutions that create long-term value for customers, communities and the planet. The Leeds office provides vital support for projects across the north of England in particular, along with contributing to major schemes across the UK. With a strong team already in place the challenge is to add key experience as the business unit grows, further strengthening the teams delivery capabilities and multi-disciplinary engagement with the structural and architectural divisions. This is a senior technical and leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality electrical building services design, providing technical authority across projects, and supporting the growth and development of the electrical discipline in the region. The appointed person will play a key role in shaping project strategies, mentoring engineers, engaging with clients, and contributing to the organisations wider commitment to sustainable and low-carbon design. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Delivery Lead the electrical design of complex building services projects from concept through to completion Act as technical authority for electrical engineering within multidisciplinary project teams Develop and review electrical designs including LV and HV systems, lighting, small power, fire alarms, security, and ICT Ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation (BS, IEC, IET, Building Regulations, etc.) Oversee design quality, risk management, and technical assurance processes Leadership & Mentoring Provide line management, mentoring and technical guidance to engineers and technicians Support career development and capability building within the electrical team Contribute to resource planning and workload management Client & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong client relationships Lead technical discussions, design reviews and client presentations Support business development activities including bids, proposals and interviews Sustainability & Innovation Champion low-carbon, energy-efficient and digitally enabled design solutions Integrate sustainability, resilience and whole-life thinking into electrical design decisions Stay informed on emerging technologies, regulations and best practice About You Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent) Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership Significant experience in building services electrical design Proven experience leading projects and managing design teams Strong knowledge of UK standards, regulations and design guidance Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Additional experience working on complex or large-scale projects (e.g. commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences) would be advantageous, as would exposure to with BIM and digital design tools, along with a strong understanding of sustainable and low-carbon design principles.

Our Client is a leading independent Building Services Consultancy based in South Yorkshire. For over 30 years the business has provided intelligent cost-effective MEP solutions for public and private sectors customers throughout the education, health care, commercial, leisure and residential sectors amongst others. With one of the largest M&E Teams in the region at their disposal, the company is keen to continue organic growth and strengthen in key areas. With so many projects now modelled straight into revit, the need has arisen to add a further experienced BIM Coordinator to the team who will work closely with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to bring projects to completion within agreed timescales. This is a key technical and leadership role, responsible for coordinating MEP BIM delivery across multiple projects, overseeing and supporting junior team members, and ensuring the quality, consistency, and efficiency of all technical model & drawing outputs. The role will suit a proactive individual with strong MEP coordination experience, a deep understanding of BIM processes, and a passion for improving standards, workflows, and digital delivery. You will collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and external consultants to ensure coordinated, clash-free models are delivered on time and in line with project and resource plans. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate MEP Model delivery across projects, ensuring effective integration of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems. Coordinate model inputs from internal teams and external disciplines to produce fully coordinated MEP models. Undertake clash detection processes, lead coordination reviews, and ensure issues are resolved efficiently. Generate and maintain MEP models to the required level of detail and information across all project stages. Ensure BIM deliverables align with project information requirements, BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), and agreed MEP standards. Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight Take ownership of model and drawing quality for MEP deliverables, reviewing and checking models produced by others. Ensure models are technically robust, spatially coordinated, and compliant with internal standards and project specifications. Support continuous improvement in model accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. Team Leadership, Mentoring & Resourcing Provide day-to-day technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff engineers. Support resource planning and allocation across projects to ensure model & drawing production activities are adequately resourced. Coordinate external resource where required to meet project deliveries. Coordinate overall delivery to meet project programmes and projected resource plans. Assist with workload planning and prioritisation within the modelling team. Design Team & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a key point of contact for MEP model coordination with internal and external design teams. Engage proactively with engineers, architects, contractors, and consultants to resolve coordination issues. Support collaborative working practices and effective information exchange across disciplines. Standards, Automation & Digital Development Lead and support the development, maintenance, and implementation of model & drawing standards, templates, and other supporting content. Develop, assess, and implement BIM software add-ons, scripts, or automation tools to improve workflow efficiency and production quality. Contribute to the ongoing development of digital delivery strategies and best practice guidance. Support innovation initiatives to improve delivery & production processes and project outcomes. Skills & Experience Essential Significant experience in a BIM Coordinator or equivalent role within an MEP environment. Strong technical understanding of MEP systems and multidisciplinary coordination. Advanced experience with software such as Autodesk Revit Navisworks and Autodesk Construction Cloud Proven experience undertaking clash detection and coordination workflows. Experience reviewing and assuring the quality of MEP models produced by others. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities, resources, and deadlines. Confident communicator able to engage with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders. Some experience with open standards such as IFC & COBie would be beneficial Desirable Experience working to UK BIM standards, including ISO 19650. Experience developing MEP families, templates, and standardised content. Experience implementing or assessing BIM automation tools, add-ons, or scripting. Previous experience line-managing or mentoring junior BIM staff. Proven experience delivering BIM coordination services at component level, including consideration of builders work openings, partitions, and fire separation rules, in accordance with BSRIA BG6 Stage 4 (II & III) and Stage 5 levels of information. Personal Attributes Technically strong with a keen eye for detail and quality. Confident leader who enjoys supporting and developing others. Collaborative, proactive, and solutions focused. Enthusiastic about digital innovation and continuous improvement in BIM delivery.

Our Client is one of the leading international multi-disciplinary consulting engineering practices operating in the UK. With circa 18,000 staff spread across 35 countries, providing world class support to both the natural and built environment, this giant of the industry has been providing rewarding career paths for Engineers and Consultants at all levels for over 80 years. The Birmingham office provides a fantastic opportunity to be involved in locally based projects that will make a real visible difference throughout the midlands region. Working closely with department heads of neighbouring disciplines and championing joint bids wherever possible will ensure customers receive the very best service through joined up thinking and technical excellence. As an Associate Director and MEP Lead you will have established a proven track record of building teams and leading major projects, including project managing multi-disciplinary schemes that could include both in house and external collaboration. Business development will be an active part of the role and you will have an established network of industry contacts which can be leveraged to develop qualified opportunities, regionally and potentially nationally. The successful applicant will hold line management responsibility for a larger team of people including managing managers. This is an important and primary function of the position which should be given significant attention. You will lead by example, inspiring your direct reports and the wider team to perform at their optimum. As the business unit grows under your direct management, progression through to Director and full accountability for all aspects of the Birmingham MEP Team will duly follow. This high profile post will best suit an ambitious Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineer who feels comfortable leading from the front and implementing change. Client engagement must be encouraged at all levels, seeding relationships early and facilitating fruitful long term partnerships. Whilst a high degree of technical knowledge and experience is required in order to drive confidence and set a high bar for others to follow, just as important is promoting inclusivity, harnessing ideas, encouraging a can-do attitude and ultimately rewarding success. Applications are invited from appropriately qualified and experienced Building Services Engineers looking for a career in senior management.

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).