MEP Engineer - Building Service Consultancy

Graphene Recruitment Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building consultancy in London seeks an experienced MEP Engineer for a full-time role. Responsibilities include project management support, dilapidations, and strategic consultancy for commercial and industrial projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Building Services Engineering and at least 5 years of experience. The salary ranges from £60,000 to £70,000 with additional benefits such as bonuses and healthcare.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus

Healthcare

Pension

Annual ski trip

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in MEP design, surveying, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of dilapidations and pre-acquisition survey methodology.
• Comfortable working across multiple service lines and project types.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to refurbishment projects of offices and industrial units.
• Assess M&E condition of commercial and industrial properties.
• Support clients with long-term asset planning and compliance.

Skills

MEP design

Technical writing

Stakeholder communication

Dilapidations knowledge

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Job description

Overview

MEP Engineer - Building Consultancy (Client-Side)

Location: London - Oxford Circus

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Benefits that include Skiing Trips, Healthcare, & Pension

The Company

A fast-growing, director-led building consultancy based in London is seeking an experienced MEP Engineer to join their expanding team. Founded by three senior leaders from a major independent consultancy, the firm has quickly established itself with a strong client base, repeat business from FTSE 100 landlords, and a reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across commercial and industrial sectors.

The team currently numbers 10 and is involved in a wide range of services including project management, building surveying, and strategic MEP consultancy. With projects spanning London and the Midlands, including large-scale industrial assets and high-value refurbishments, the business offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for ambitious professionals.

The Role

1. This is a broad and varied role covering three core service lines:
2. Project Management Support
   • Contribute to refurbishment projects of offices and industrial units (£3-£8 million)
   • Write specifications and provide technical oversight on M&E systems
   • Collaborate with project managers to ensure compliant and efficient delivery
3. Dilapidations & Pre-Acquisition Surveys
   • Assess M&E condition of commercial and industrial properties
   • Produce detailed technical reports for landlords and investors
   • Advise on reinstatement obligations and exit strategies for tenants
4. Strategic Consultancy
   • Support clients with long-term asset planning and compliance
   • Work on large-scale industrial assets (e.g., 300,000 sqft warehouses)
   • Provide insight into sustainability, energy performance, and building services optimisation

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years' experience in MEP design, surveying, and reporting
• Strong understanding of dilapidations and pre-acquisition survey methodology
• Excellent technical writing and stakeholder communication skills
• Comfortable working across multiple service lines and project types
• Degree in Building Services Engineering or related field
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE, IET, IMechE) preferred

Package & Culture

• Base Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 DOE
• Bonus: 15% of fees earned above 3x salary, paid quarterly
• Benefits: Pension, private healthcare
• Culture: Annual ski trip, regular social events, summer outings, and a collaborative team environment
• Growth: Opportunity to lead and grow the MEP function within a high-performing consultancy

To apply or learn more, please apply online. All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence