MEP Surveyor / Building Services Consultant

1st Step Solutions are supporting one of our clients who have an opportunity for a MEP Surveyor / Building Services Consultant to join their growing team based in London.

Our client is a multi-disciplinary consultancy of 65-70 professionals, specialising in MEP services and building consultancy. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Note: This is not a Quantity Surveying role. The focus is on MEP plant and equipment surveying, including producing repair/replacement cost estimates.

Key Responsibilities
* Conduct surveys for PMP and CAPEX planning
* Asset identification and PPM programme development
* Strategic advice on retrofit feasibility aligned with Net Zero goals
* Support and consultancy for appointing PPM contractors
* HVAC system design and compliance reviews
* Heating consultancy, including Gas Safe advice
* Feasibility studies for HIU and heat pump retrofits
* EPC improvement strategies and implementation plans
* HV/LV infrastructure upgrade planning (in liaison with UKPN)
* RIBA Stage 4 design for MEP installation, upgrade, and redevelopment
* RIBA Stage 5 & 6 quality monitoring for MEP installations
* HVAC commissioning oversight and management
* CCTV drainage inspections and reporting
* Consulting on vertical transportation systems (lifts, escalators)
* BMS and controls upgrade specification
* Life safety systems consultancy (linked to BSC compliance)
* Security system and access control design/re-design
* Fire alarm and AOV systems design and project management
* LED lighting system design and project management
* MEP Technical Due Diligence (TDD) for acquisitions and lettings
* Pool and spa services consultation
* Legionella prevention and water treatment advice

Experience:
* Strong background in commercial office and/or block residential environments
* Demonstrable experience with property-based M&E surveying (not site-based work)

Qualifications:
* Engineering degree preferred (mechanical or electrical discipline)

Skills:
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Client-focused with attention to technical and compliance detail

Why Join Us?
* Hybrid working model offering flexibility and work-life balance
* Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
* Competitive salary