Senior Consultant - Asset M&E (water risk assessment)

Description

• Assist in budget forecasting and asset replacement planning.
• Provide expert advice to clients, recommending necessary remedial actions
• Support the maintenance of detailed asset registers and assist in data analysis to inform asset lifecycle and maintenance planning.
• Building strong working relationships with other stakeholders whilst ensuring that the best interests of the projects are promoted and maintained.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and technological advances in M&E systems and asset management.
• Deliver professional and exceptional service to clients.
• Provide technical insight and produce clear, concise survey reports with recommendations.
• Perform comprehensive on-site surveys of mechanical and electrical building services assets including HVAC, electrical systems, fire protection, plumbing, and lifts.
• Accurately record asset condition, specifications, and lifecycle data using digital tools and asset management software.
• Conduct in-depth water safety evaluations in accordance with UK guidelines such as ACOP L8, HSG 274, and HTM/SHTM standards.
• Conduct risk assessment visits, accurately recording all relevant data to produce detailed risk assessments.
• Comply fully with health, safety, and security protocols, including preparing for and maintaining SC clearance.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, facilities management, and client teams to ensure asset data accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

• Experience within a similar role, preferably within an outsourced building services or facilities/asset management role
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in water safety and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Knowledge and practical experience in conducting water risk assessments, including legionella risk assessment. And be able to identify potential water system hazards within MEP assets and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Possess a strong background in building services engineering, either as a tradesperson or through an M&E design career, with excellent knowledge of engineering plant, equipment, and relevant building services standards
• Change control experience within projects
• Reasonable knowledge of the MEP/building surveying market.
• Experience preparing detailed water risk assessment reports and liaising with maintenance and compliance teams to implement corrective actions.
• High degree of self-direction, assertiveness, and eagerness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and excellent written communication.
• Hold City and Guilds or Water Management Society qualifications in legionella control and risk assessment of domestic water systems.
• Proficient in IT to ensure timely delivery of reports and other deliverables.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of asset management principles.
• Experience with asset management software and digital survey tools.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK, including London, Leeds, and other client sites, with some international travel and overnight stays as required
• Solid understanding of UK water hygiene regulations.
• Experience with web based (database) software platforms.
• Proven experience as an M&E surveyor or in a similar role within asset management or building services engineering, with up to 3 years of direct experience.
• Thorough understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Eligible and willing to undergo DBS (CRB) and SC checks if required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance