Parkinson Gray Associates

Our Client is a national MEP Design practice with regional offices located across the North East, Yorkshire, North West and Midlands. The business offers full mechanical and electrical building services design, along with a sustainability offering which includes low energy design and building physics amongst others. Customers include a mix of M&E Contractors, Main Contractors and End Users, much of their work incorporates detailed design (stage 5) providing an enjoyable and challenging portfolio of work, which generally attracts technically gifted Engineers who much prefer to see live schemes through to completion. Over recent years the company has forged a reputation as one of the leading MEP design consultants in the UK for specialist mental health facilities. The Leeds office will shortly celebrate their 10th anniversary, in that time they have grown to provide the Yorkshire region in particular first class building services engineering services, whilst working closely with other regional offices to deliver high quality schemes nationally. The Leeds office is also proud to play their part in encouraging the next generations of Engineers, successfully utilising apprenticeship programmes to introduce building services engineering to a younger audience, boosting much needed numbers within the industry. Succession planning and facilitating the natural organic growth of all regional offices is something the senior management team review closely, looking to the future and maximising opportunities for both current and potential new employees. The Leeds office in particular has 2 exciting vacancies to fill within the management structure: MEP Associate Director (Mechanical) Electrical Associate The term Associate Director means different things to different businesses, however here the title represents its true meaning and provides responsibilities way beyond just designing projects. Whilst all members of the senior management team remain involved in technical delivery, this position is more geared towards the commercial management of projects including time and resource allocation, staff management and development, whilst also highlighting training needs and offering technical support to your team. Client engagement and key account management also plays an important role, inviting repeat business through high levels of customer service, along with highlighting opportunities to deliver additional services. Applications are invited from appropriately qualified (Chartered preferred but not essential) Mechanical Building Services Design Engineers with a wealth of experience delivering complex MEP schemes. This position would best suit a talented and seasoned HVAC Design Engineer keen to secure a platform within a senior management setup which reports directly to the owners, creating a pathway to board level. Previous experience running MEP design teams, working to strict financial budgets and deadlines along with managing key account relationships is essential, all whilst promoting a healthy working environment which facilitates a strong learning culture. Clear, precise and positive communication is viewed as vital, ensuring all members of the team are fully aware of their own responsibilities and the standards expected. Consistently setting the bar high and encouraging the very best outcomes aligns nicely with the company ethos. The Leeds office is located east of the city centre on a large business park, ideal for commuting north, east, west or south and provides ample free parking onsite.

Overview Our Client is an award-winning international MEP Engineering Consultancy with a creative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. The Leeds office is seeking a talented BIM Specialist who will be responsible for leading BIM delivery across multidisciplinary MEP projects. Our award winning Client offers intelligent sustainable solutions to complex design challenges across the built environment, throughout the UK and overseas. Our Client is largest independent M&E Contractor in the Yorkshire region. With a turnover in excess of £75m, employing circa 200 staff across 5 Group companies. 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 within Hoare Lea. Key Skills & Experience 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. 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).