Mechanical / HVAC Surveyor

Parkinson Gray Associates; Leeds; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national MEP consultancy in the UK is seeking a Mechanical HVAC Surveyor to conduct site surveys and assess HVAC systems in retail properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HVAC operation, proven experience in mechanical building services, and familiarity with tools like AutoCAD and Revit. This role involves client engagement, detailed reporting, and travel to various sites. Candidates should hold an HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical building services surveying, particularly HVAC systems.
• Experience working in live retail environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical (HVAC) site surveys for retail properties.
• Carry out detailed condition and performance assessments of HVAC systems.
• Produce high-quality survey reports including system evaluations.

Skills

Mechanical building services surveying

HVAC system operation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Our Client is a leading national MEP consultancy delivering high-quality, sustainable building services projects of mixed size and complexity. With a strong presence across numerous sectors, they promote innovative, cost-effective, and client-focused design solutions that meet the bespoke needs of their customers.

The retail team is expanding and the business is looking to hire a Mechanical / HVAC Surveyor to visit sites across the UK in relation to asset condition surveys and store services upgrades.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical HVAC Surveyor, you will play a critical role in the survey, design verification, and reporting of HVAC systems across supermarket environments. You will work closely with engineering teams, project managers, and the retail clients themselves to ensure mechanical systems meet design, performance, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical (HVAC) site surveys for retail properties, both new-build and existing.
• Carry out detailed condition and performance assessments of HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, chillers, VRFs, ventilation, etc.).
• Produce high-quality survey reports including system evaluations, compliance checks, and recommendations for upgrades or remedial works.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal design teams to relay survey findings and inform ongoing project work.
• Ensure on-site system installations align with design intent.
• Assist in developing feasibility studies, lifecycle cost analyses, and energy efficiency reports.
• Attend site meetings and client briefings as required, often involving travel to multiple retail sites.
• Produce HVAC design calculations to support system upgrades.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations (e.g. CIBSE, BSRIA, Building Regs), and technologies.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in mechanical building services surveying, particularly HVAC systems.
• Experience working in live retail environments is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, HVAC system operation, and compliance requirements.
• HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent experience).
• Familiar with AutoCAD, Revit, and reporting tools such as MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings and specifications.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to various sites.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of sustainability and low‑carbon technologies (e.g., ASHPs, MVHR, etc.).
• Familiarity with retail‑specific challenges, such as phased refurbishments and out‑of‑hours surveys.
• Strong communication skills for client and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple sites and projects.

Applications are invited from appropriately qualified and experienced professionals who have worked across mechanical building services in a design, operations, estates or facilities management type environment, who have accrued the necessary experience to carry out the above tasks